A tragic incident unfolded in Severn last night when a pedestrian was fatally hit by an SUV, as reported by local authorities. According to FOX Baltimore, Anne Arundel County Police were alerted to the accident around 6:55 p.m., which occurred near northbound Telegraph Road and Denson Road.
A Ford Bronco was traveling in the number two lane as the pedestrian attempted to cross the road from the median. The driver, claiming the pedestrian was unseen until the collision was imminent, struck the individual before coming to a stop. The fire department pronounced the pedestrian deceased at the scene. At this time, authorities have not disclosed the pedestrian's identity, and their efforts to do so are continuing. They have encouraged any witnesses with additional information about the crash to contact the Traffic Safety Section of the Anne Arundel County Police Department.
Further details provided by The Bay Net identify the driver as a 45-year-old Glen Burnie man operating a 2022 Ford Bronco. Following the accident, he reported no personal injuries. The Traffic Safety Crash Reconstruction Team is leading the ongoing investigation to determine the specific causes and contributing factors of the tragic event.
