The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the driver and vehicle involved in a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred early Friday morning in Temple Hills. The identity of the pedestrian, a male, will be released once his family is located and notified.
On August 1, 2025, at approximately 3:30 am, officers responded to the area of Branch Avenue and Woods Way for a collision involving a pedestrian. Officers located the victim in the roadway suffering from trauma. He died on the scene.
The preliminary investigation revealed that the involved driver struck the pedestrian while traveling southbound on Branch Avenue. The driver did not remain on the scene. Investigators believe the striking vehicle is a dark colored Honda Civic that likely sustained front-end damage.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 25-0042352.
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