Breaking News: RCMP Investigating after man found deceased off Highway 386 near Merritt

On Friday, August 30, 2024, the Merritt RCMP received a report of a deceased male just off the roadway near Exit 286 of Highway 5 in Merritt.

Through a comprehensive examination of the scene by a collision reconstructionist, the investigation has determined that the deceased male was likely struck by a southbound vehicle as it approached Exit 286. By speaking with friends and family of the deceased male, the collision is believed to have occurred between sunset on August 27 and the report to police on August 30.

The BC Highway Patrol has since taken conduct of the investigation and is requesting that anyone who witnessed a male wearing a grey hoody and black track pants in the area, or who may have dash camera footage of the collision, to make contact with the BC Highway Patrol as this information or footage will be used to further the investigation.

Anyone who may have information, including motorists who may have witnessed this collision or have dash cam video are asked contact BCHP – Merritt at 250-378-4262 and reference file 2024-3322.