OPP identify Strathroy hit and run victim

Middlesex OPP have released the name of the person killed in a hit-and-run crash near Strathroy, Ont. earlier this week.

Middlesex OPP have released the name of the person killed in a hit-and-run crash near Strathroy, Ont. earlier this week.

Johannes Francis Smolders, 45, of Strathroy has been identified as the victim.

Investigators say a westbound cyclist was reportedly struck from behind by a westbound vehicle on Calvert Drive on Wednesday and ejected from the bike.

Auto repair facilities, scrap yards and local repair outlets are being encouraged to contact police if a vehicle matching the description was recently repaired of if parts were sold for a passenger side headlight assembly.

The investigation continues and OPP say further updates will be provided when they become available.