RCMP release photos of vehicle sought after cyclist killed in hit-and-run near Red Deer

Police released images and a detailed description of the vehicle that struck and killed a cyclist south of Red Deer last month as they continue the investigation.

The hit and run happened near the junction of McKenzie Road and 40th Avenue, east of Gasoline Alley, at about 6:45 p.m. on July 6, Blackfalds RCMP said in a release.

The driver collided with a 45-year-old woman who was riding a bicycle. She was declared dead at the scene.

The driver fled, RCMP said.

The vehicle is described as:

• A Mazda Protg.
• 1999-2003 model.
• Dark green paint job with a heavy black tint.
• Chrome five-spoke rims.
• Aftermarket fog lights and exhaust.
• Roof-mounted antenna.
• No emblems.

The sedan is likely to have sustained significant front-end and windshield damage.

Anyone with information about who may have been driving this vehicle is asked to call Blackfalds RCMP at 403-885-3300 or contact Crime Stoppers.