A devastating hit-and-run collision in North York has claimed the life of 64-year-old Lillian Marlene Nagy, leaving her family and community in mourning. The fatal incident occurred around 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday near Sheppard Avenue West and Bathurst Street, as Lillian and her husband, John Moran, were returning home from visiting a friend.
According to Moran, the couple had been riding their e-scooters when tragedy struck. As they neared the intersection of Goddard Street and Codsell Avenue, a small white sedan struck Nagy as she crossed the road. Emergency responders arrived swiftly, but despite their efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle fled immediately after the crash. As of now, neither the suspect nor the vehicle has been located. The Toronto Police Service continues to investigate and is appealing to the public for any information, including dashcam or surveillance footage, that may help identify the driver.
Kristine Suarez, a nearby resident who witnessed the aftermath, described the collision as “extremely violent,” noting that Nagy was thrown a considerable distance. She estimated the vehicle was traveling at over 40–50 km/h — well above the limit expected in such a quiet residential area. “This is a calm neighborhood,” Suarez said. “You should be driving 20 to 30 km/h here.”
Lillian’s death is felt far beyond the scene of the crash. She and her husband were recently retired after three decades of service with the Toronto District School Board, dedicating their lives to education and child welfare. Their commitment to helping others extended globally — the couple owned a home in Malindi, Kenya, where for over 20 years, they supported local children through various charitable efforts.
Her kindness, generosity, and global compassion left a lasting mark. Friends, former students, and community members are grieving the senseless loss of a woman who devoted her life to making the world a better place.
The hit-and-run investigation remains ongoing, and authorities stress the importance of public assistance. Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact Toronto Police or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
As the search for the driver continues, the community remembers Lillian Marlene Nagy as a beloved wife, educator, and humanitarian — a life stolen too soon by reckless and cowardly actions.
