The investigation into the tragic 2018 fatal hit-and-run case involving Cameron Kerr near Terrace, British Columbia, has led to two arrests and highlighted the significance of a broken passenger-side mirror from a Ford F-350 pickup truck. This crucial evidence was key in identifying the suspect vehicle and advancing the case.
On Nov. 18, 2018, Kerr lost his life after being struck while walking along Highway 16 near Terrace. Investigators found debris at the scene, including a heating element used in the side mirrors of 2011–2016 Ford F-350 pickup trucks. These findings quickly led police to focus on a Ford F-350 suspected of having damage to its passenger side, notably the mirror, in connection to the arrests.
Two days later, on November 20, 2018, the RCMP seized a Ford F-350 on Haida Gwaii that matched the suspect vehicle’s description. The truck had a broken passenger-side mirror, consistent with the evidence gathered at the scene. This discovery was pivotal in linking the vehicle to the fatal hit-and-run and the subsequent arrests.
Despite the significance of the mirror as evidence, the RCMP returned the seized vehicle to its registered owner on Dec. 12, 2018. Two computers found inside the truck were also returned in March 2019. However, the investigation remained active. In April 2023, the RCMP successfully petitioned the B.C. Supreme Court to retain a portion of the truck’s right-side mirror assembly for further forensic analysis, reinforcing its importance to the case.
Additional evidence emerged from surveillance footage obtained by investigators. One video captured a light-coloured flatbed Ford F-350 towing a boat westbound through Terrace between 2:50 and 3 a.m. on Nov. 18, 2018, with its passenger-side mirror intact. However, a subsequent CCTV recording from Prince Rupert at approximately 8:23 a.m. the same day showed the same truck—but this time with the passenger-side mirror missing. This timeline strongly suggests the mirror was damaged during the incident that led to Kerr’s death.
DriveBC highway camera footage captured Kerr walking along Highway 16 before the incident. This footage provided crucial context for the investigation, confirming his presence on the road and helping authorities establish an accurate timeline of events leading up to the collision.
Cameron Kerr Arrests: A Turning Point in the Investigation
The investigation was prolonged and complex, requiring extensive forensic analysis, surveillance footage review, and legal proceedings. The broken passenger-side mirror of the Ford F-350 became a key piece of evidence, helping authorities reconstruct the events of that morning. From identifying the suspect vehicle to securing crucial forensic evidence and corroborating the timeline through surveillance footage, the mirror was central to the case, ultimately leading to charges against those involved.
In February 2025, Taylor Stogryn, 36, and Conrad Wierzbicki, 34, both of Surrey, B.C., were charged in connection with the case. Stogryn faces charges of failing to stop at the scene of an accident, committing an indignity to human remains, and obstructing justice. Wierzbicki has been charged with committing an indignity to human remains and obstructing justice. Their arrests mark a significant development in the long-running investigation.
Insp. Mike Kim of the B.C. RCMP Major Crime Section emphasized the case’s complexity, stating in a news release, “This was a very complex investigation, and I am proud of the work of our skilled investigators in bringing us to this important point.” He also acknowledged the patience of Kerr’s family and the local community, saying, “I want to acknowledge and thank Cameron’s family and the community for their patience as we took the necessary time to gather the evidence and advance our investigation. The case will now be before the courts.”
In honour of Kerr’s legacy, the Central Interior Hockey League (CIHL) renamed the Cameron Kerr Memorial Cup Trophy in his memory. Kerr, an avid hockey player and fan, was deeply involved in the sport, and this tribute ensures his passion for the game will be remembered.