Baltimore, MD (June 23, 2026) – A three-year-old girl lost her life after a hit-and-run pedestrian crash in Southwest Baltimore on Saturday afternoon, June 21.
According to the Baltimore Police Department, officers responded shortly after 1:00 p.m. to the area of W Pratt St and S Monroe St following reports of a pedestrian collision.
When emergency crews arrived, they found the young child suffering from severe, life-threatening injuries. Paramedics transported her to a nearby hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Investigators said the driver fled the scene following the collision. Authorities later identified the driver as a 14-year-old boy.
The police reported that officers located the teen after receiving a description of the vehicle through a police broadcast. During the investigation, detectives learned that the vehicle involved had been reported stolen by a family member shortly before the crash occurred.
The circumstances leading up to the collision remain under investigation. Authorities have not released additional details regarding potential charges or other factors involved in the incident.
We extend our deepest condolences to the child’s family and loved ones during this heartbreaking time.
Why Hit-and-Run Crashes to Pedestrians Are Especially Serious?
Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable roadway users because they have no physical protection from the force of a vehicle impact. Crashes involving young children can be particularly devastating due to their smaller size and increased susceptibility to severe injuries.
When investigating hit-and-run incidents, authorities examine witness statements, surveillance footage, vehicle evidence, and scene reconstruction findings to identify the driver and determine the sequence of events. Investigators may also review vehicle ownership records and other evidence to establish how the vehicle came to be involved in the crash.
These investigations are critical to ensuring accountability and improving safety measures designed to protect pedestrians in residential and urban areas.
