PGPD PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Town of Seat Pleasant

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Thursday afternoon. The deceased rider is 57-year-old Reginald Thornes of Capitol Heights.


On April 20, 2023, at approximately 12:10 pm, officers responded to the 6400 block of Central Avenue for a crash involving a motorcycle and a pedestrian.



The preliminary investigation revealed Thornes, who was riding a motorcycle, was traveling eastbound on Central Avenue when he collided with a pedestrian who was crossing Central Avenue. Thornes was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries.



The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all fatal crashes that occur within the town of Seat Pleasant.



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 number PP23042000001181.

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