Police say speed was likely a factor in the death of a 12-year-old struck by a car in the Shawnigan Lake area on Monday night.
Officers responded to the scene in the 4100-block of Hillbank Road just after 8:30 p.m.
Preliminary information indicates the youth was inline skating with family when a northbound Honda Civic lost control and hit the youth before running into a telephone pole.
The vehicle’s driver and passenger, both 17, suffered minor injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.
“While we do not suspect that alcohol was involved, it has been determined that speed played an important factor in this tragic incident,” said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Alex Bérubé. “The investigation remains in its early stages, and police continue to gather evidence.”
North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP and a collision analyst attended to help with the case.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call Shawnigan Lake RCMP at 250-743-5514.
