Oliver, B.C. – More than two weeks after the tragic hit-and-run death of Jaskaran Singh, a 22-year-old Surrey man, the Punjabi community in British Columbia is growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress in the investigation. The incident, which occurred on June 15, 2025, near Cassini Cellars Winery on Highway 97, approximately six kilometers south of Oliver, has left Jaskaran’s family and community grieving and desperate for answers.
According to the Oliver RCMP, Jaskaran was walking southbound on the roadside just before 4:20 p.m. when a speeding vehicle struck him. Despite the efforts of paramedics and police, Jaskaran succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The driver fled without stopping to assist, and as of June 29, 2025, the RCMP has been unable to identify or apprehend the suspect, intensifying the community’s anguish.
Jaskaran, known for his kind heart and bright future, was a beloved figure in Surrey’s Punjabi community. “He was a light in our lives, loved by all who knew him,” a family friend said. “Our family is shattered, and the lack of justice only deepens our pain.” The prolonged delay in finding the driver has fueled calls for action, with community members urging authorities to intensify their efforts.
The BC Highway Patrol is leading the investigation and has issued a public appeal for information, particularly seeking dashcam footage from the time and location of the crash. “We urge anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward,” an RCMP spokesperson said. “We also ask the driver responsible to contact the RCMP and do the right thing.” Witnesses are encouraged to call the BC Highway Patrol in Keremeos at 250-499-2250.
The Punjabi community has united in support of Jaskaran’s family, holding vigils and advocating for stronger measures to combat hit-and-run incidents. “This tragedy has shaken us all,” said a spokesperson from a local Sikh organization. “We need answers and accountability to honor Jaskaran’s memory.”
As the investigation stretches past two weeks with no suspect in custody, Jaskaran’s loved ones and community continue to hold out hope that justice will prevail, keeping his memory alive through their resolve.
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