News release

Update to cyclist-involved hit and run investigation

July 11, 2025 - Prince George, British Columbia
From: Prince George RCMP

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File # 2025-21081

It is with heavy hearts that Prince George RCMP and the Canadian Cancer Society confirm that the community rider involved in the earlier hit and run investigation succumbed to his injuries yesterday, July 10, 2025. His name was Shane Kelly.

Shane was a proud supporter of the Cops for Cancer Tour de North ride and had previously supported other Canadian Cancer Society fundraising events such as Relay for Life. He also participated in fundraisers for other cancer-related charities including Wheeling Warriors and Tour de Cure.

We are all heartbroken by this news. Shane was a caring and enthusiastic team builder from the very beginning, offering comradery, encouragement and support to the entire Tour de North team. He was driven by a deep commitment to making a difference for children with cancer. Shane’s teammates are devastated by the loss of one of their own, in such tragic circumstances. We offer our sincere condolences and unwavering support to Shane’s family and friends, states Laura Nelson, Manager, Cops for Cancer, Canadian Cancer Society.

This investigation remains ongoing. Police officers are still looking to speak with any witnesses to the incident or to anyone in the immediate area of where the incident occurred who may have video surveillance, dash camera footage or cell phone video of the vehicle’s driving behaviour before and after the event. Please call the Prince George RCMP non-emergency number at 250-561-3300 to speak with an investigator if you have any information relating to this incident.

Shane’s family is taking time to grieve privately and has requested space during this difficult period. If you would like to share your condolences or well-wishes, they can be brought to the Prince George RCMP Detachment at 455 Victoria Street. Messages will be gathered and passed along to the family when they are ready to receive them. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated, states Corporal Jennifer Cooper, Media Relations Officer for the Prince George RCMP.

Media enquiries can be directed towards:

Corporal Jennifer Cooper
Media Relations Officer
Prince George RCMP
princegeorge_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca 
250-561-3321

Or:

Megan Stangl
Senior Manager, Fundraising Communications
Canadian Cancer Society
Megan.stangl@cancer.ca 
647-801-0120

Associated links

• Cops for Cancer Tour de North riders confirmed as victims of yesterday morning’s hit and run incident in Prince George
• Police looking for vehicle involved in pedestrian hit-and-run

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