HYATTSVILLE, Prince George's County, Md., Nov. 12, 2026 — A man died early Wednesday morning, November 11, after a driver struck him on 14th Avenue and left the scene, according to the Prince George's County Police Department. The driver has not been found.
Officers responded to the 7900 block of 14th Avenue around 12:30 a.m. after reports of a man down in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The car that struck him was gone by the time officers arrived.
The block lies in an unincorporated area near Langley Park, outside Hyattsville's city limits, which is why county police, not city officers, are handling the case. The department has not released the man's identity, saying it is waiting on notification of his family.
No description of the vehicle or driver has been released. The county's Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit, which investigates serious and fatal crashes, is still working to determine how the crash happened. Investigators are asking anyone nearby with dash camera or home security footage, even footage they believe shows nothing useful, to come forward.
We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim's family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should a pedestrian (or a witness) do after a hit-and-run crash?
Call 911 immediately, try to note details like the vehicle's color, direction of travel or any part of the plate, and avoid moving an injured person unless there's immediate danger. Witnesses should stay if safe to do so and share any phone or camera footage with investigators.
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
In Maryland, pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk generally have the right of way, but both drivers and walkers are expected to use caution, especially at night or in poorly lit areas.
What injuries are most common in pedestrian crashes?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles usually suffer head injuries, broken bones and internal injuries, since they have no protection from impact. Injuries can range from minor to fatal depending on vehicle speed and point of contact.
