Category Archives: Pedestrian

Detectives Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Annandale

Franconia Police District– Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in Annandale. On February 28 at 5:37 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving a pedestrian on John Marr Drive between Backlick Road and Ravensworth Road in Annandale. Officers determined that the driver of a 2012 BMW was traveling westbound on John Marr Drive

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Sharing the Road Safely: Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians

Fairfax County, VA – As we move into the new year, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) wants to encourage drivers and pedestrians alike to stay alert, follow traffic laws, and look out for one another. Whether commuting, exercising, or enjoying time in the community, everyone plays a role in keeping our roadways and neighborhoods safe. FCPD is sharing safety tips

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Detectives Seek Drivers in Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run in Huntington

Mount Vernon Police District — Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Huntington. Yesterday, at ​9:48 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Richmond Highway and Mount Eagle Drive in Huntington for a pedestrian who was struck by at least four vehicles. Preliminarily, CRU detectives determined Demarko Shamsiddin, 34, of no fixed address,

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Detectives Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Crash near Lorton

Mount Vernon Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred yesterday near Lorton. On December 7 at 9:51 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving a pedestrian at Richmond Highway and Backlick Road near Lorton. Officers determined that the driver of a 2008 Honda Accord was traveling southbound on Richmond

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Stay Seen, Stay Alert: Safety Tips for the Darker Months

Fairfax County, VA — With earlier sunsets and colder weather settling in, visibility on our roads continues to decline. Last week, our community experienced two fatal pedestrian crashes on consecutive days; a tragic reminder of how quickly conditions can turn dangerous. Pedestrians, drivers, and bicyclists all play a role in preventing crashes. As mornings and evenings get darker, these practical

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