In a significant development in a heartbreaking case, police have located the vehicle believed to have fatally struck a 13-year-old boy in southeast Edmonton over a year ago.

A Night of Tragedy: Remembering Adam 'AJ' Edhi

The tragic incident unfolded on May 29, 2024, around 4 a.m. The victim, Adam 'AJ' Edhi, was riding his bike to visit his girlfriend before school—an almost daily ritual for the young boy. However, this particular morning turned devastating when he was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

AJ's mother shared that her son had fallen asleep the night before and didn’t get to see Mylie Parsons, described as the "best thing that ever happened" to him. Early that morning, as AJ made the short ride on his bike, he was on the phone with Mylie's sister when fate took a deadly turn.

A Long Search for Justice

For over a year, police have been tirelessly pursuing leads in hopes of finding the blue 2017 Mazda sedan responsible for this tragedy. Their relentless efforts paid off when they discovered the car at an auto body shop in Edmonton. Police credit the community’s assistance in providing valuable tips.

"As our investigation continues, we are encouraged by this new evidence," stated acting Sgt. Chris Deslaurier from the major collision investigation unit. His focus remains on bringing closure to AJ’s grieving family.

The Investigation Moves Forward

Authorities have withheld specific details about the car's recovery location and timing for investigative reasons. What is known is that the car, when found, showed extensive damage on the front and driver's side, indicating a likely impact during the hit-and-run.

The Edmonton Police Service continues to urge anyone with information related to the incident or the driver of the vehicle to come forward. Their plea is clear: any detail could be crucial.

How You Can Help

If you have any information about the collision, please contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or reach out anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Together, let’s seek justice for AJ and his family.