PGPD PGPD Investigates Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision in Palmer Park

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian that occurred Sunday evening in Palmer Park. The deceased pedestrian is 29-year-old Sean Smallwood of Washington D.C.

The preliminary investigation revealed that on April 30, 2022 between the hours of 11:00 and 11:30 pm a vehicle was traveling in the 7700 block of Burnside Road. The driver of the vehicle struck the pedestrian, who for reasons that remain under investigation, was in the roadway. The striking vehicle did not remain on the scene of the crash. Mr. Smallwood was taken to an area hospital where he died a short time later. On May 1, 2022 at approximately 11:30 am officers were dispatched to the hospital and an investigation into the collision was initiated. According to witness accounts, a dark colored vehicle was observed in the area at the time of the collision.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device. Please refer to case 22-0020883.

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