Detectives Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Woodlawn

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Mount Vernon Police District — Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Woodlawn.

Yesterday around 8:34 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Richmond Highway and Buckman Road in Woodlawn for two pedestrians who were struck by a vehicle.

Preliminarily, CRU detectives determined Erica Tibbs, 33, of Alexandria, and her 5-year-old child were crossing Richmond Highway from west to east while not in a crosswalk. The driver of a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban was traveling northbound on Richmond Highway and struck Tibbs and the child. The driver of the Chevrolet Suburban abandoned the vehicle a short distance away and fled before the police arrived.

Tibbs and the child were transported to the hospital in life-threatening condition. Tibbs was later pronounced deceased at the hospital, and the child remains in stable condition.

The investigation into the crash continues as detectives work to identify the driver of the Chevrolet Suburban.

Detectives would like to speak to anyone who may have information about this case. Those with information are asked to please call our Crash Reconstruction Unit at 703-280-0543. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – (703)-246-4676, and by web –Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victim’s family is receiving appropriate resources and assistance.

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