PGPD PGPD Investigates Fatal Pedestrian Collision

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred Saturday evening in Capitol Heights. The deceased pedestrian’s name will be released once his family is notified.


On December 5th, at approximately 6:10 pm, patrol officers were called to East Capitol Street and Yost Place for a collision involving a pedestrian. The pedestrian, an adult male, was pronounced dead on the scene.


The preliminary investigation revealed the victim was in the roadway on East Capitol Street when he was struck by a car in the westbound lanes. The driver of the car remained on scene. The driver was not injured. Preliminarily, it appears the victim was not in a crosswalk when he was struck.

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 20-0056984.

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