Document: MPD Investigating Fatal Crash Involving a Pedestrian in Northwest

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an ongoing investigation into a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a pedestrian in Northwest DC.

The initial findings from the investigation, conducted by MPD, determined the incident occurred on Sept. 1 at around 2:19 a.m. The victim, walking westbound on the north sidewalk in the 900 block of U Street, Northwest, had reportedly entered the crosswalk at Vermont Avenue, Northwest against the do not walk signal. He was struck by an unknown vehicle which failed to remain at the scene and continued northbound on Vermont Avenue, Northwest.

The victim was pronounced dead on the scene. Further information released by MPD identified the victim as 26-year-old Myles Kevin Mcewen of Northwest, DC.

For the final update, MPD has made a public request for any information related to the incident. Individuals with knowledge of the hit-and-run is urged to call the police at (202) 727 -9099 or text their tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.