The community of Mississauga is mourning the loss of Santosh Kumar Patra, a 56-year-old resident who died after being struck in a fatal hit-and-run collision. His death has left family, friends, and neighbors grieving the sudden loss of a man remembered for his kindness and dedication to those around him.

According to Peel Regional Police, the collision occurred at approximately 9:05 p.m. on November 14 at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue West and Fallingbrook Drive in Mississauga. Investigators say Santosh Kumar was crossing the roadway when he was struck by a Mini Cooper. The driver allegedly fled the scene without stopping to render aid, and the victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.

Following an extensive investigation, police reviewed surveillance footage and gathered information from members of the public, leading to the arrest of a 46-year-old Mississauga man. Authorities allege the suspect removed the vehicle’s rear licence plate before leaving the area. He has since been charged with failure to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in death.

Family members have remembered Santosh Kumar as a compassionate husband and father whose generosity and willingness to help others touched many lives. Loved ones say his sudden passing has created both an emotional and financial hardship, and the community has rallied around the family with messages of support and remembrance.

The tragic incident has renewed calls for road safety and accountability in hit-and-run cases, with investigators thanking the public for providing information that helped identify the suspect. Police continue to encourage anyone with additional information to contact the Major Collision Bureau as the case proceeds through the judicial process.

As family and friends remember Santosh Kumar Patra, they continue to honor a life defined by compassion, hard work, and devotion to loved ones while seeking justice following the tragedy.