A late Saturday morning in D.C.'s West End turned deadly when a woman was struck and killed while crossing in a marked crosswalk at 23rd and L Streets NW on April 18. D.C. Fire and EMS crews arrived around 11:13 a.m. and rushed her to a hospital, where she died after lifesaving efforts. Witnesses and police said the driver took off, fleeing the scene in a white Jeep with Maryland license plates. Authorities shut down the busy intersection for accident reconstruction while detectives fanned out through the neighborhood.
Police update on the crash
According to WUSA9, Metropolitan Police investigators found an adult female in the crosswalk with critical injuries, and say she later died at the hospital. The department has not publicly released the victim’s identity as detectives continue their work and notify next of kin. Nearby streets were closed for hours while the Major Crash unit documented skid marks, debris, and other evidence, the outlet reports.
What investigators are looking for
FOX 5 DC reports police are searching for a white Jeep with Maryland license plates believed to have been involved in the collision. Investigators want to hear from anyone who may have dash-cam or cellphone video from the area, or who saw the vehicle before or after the crash. Tipsters are asked to call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411 with information. So far, detectives have not released a suspect description or a specific plate number beyond the Maryland registration.
What the public should expect
The investigation remains active and investigators are canvassing the West End area and reviewing any available footage, per WUSA9. Commuters should be ready for continued police activity and possible lane closures near 23rd and L Streets NW while detectives track down leads. Anyone who knows something, even if it seems minor, is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or text 50411.
