Durham Police – Traffic-Related Suspicious Death
Police are investigating after an injured female was found lying on a roadway.
On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at approximately 11:25 pm, officers from East Division were called to the intersection of Bowmanville Avenue and Stevens Road in Clarington for a female pedestrian found on the roadway with severe injuries. The female was discovered by a passing motorist.
First responders attended the scene within minutes and provided medical assistance to the female. The female was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced deceased.
Members of the DRPS – Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene to conduct an investigation. The area of the roadway was closed for several hours while evidence was collected.
Police are attempting to determine the activities of the female on the evening of Tuesday, March 9, 2021 and are seeking the assistance of the public. At the time of the incident the female was wearing a distinct teal, orange and white Miami Dolphins hooded jacket.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call D/Cst. Bill Scott of the Traffic Services Branch at 905-579-1520 (toll free 1-888-579-1520) ext. 5217. Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.
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