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Rockville, MD (April 20, 2026) – The 83-year-old woman who died after being struck by a vehicle on Thursday afternoon, April 16, in Rockville, according to Montgomery County police, was identified.
The victim has been identified as Thuong Luu Thai of Silver Spring. The collision occurred around 3:40 p.m. in the 600 block of North Horners Lane near Southlawn Lane. Responding officers and emergency crews found the pedestrian in the roadway with serious injuries. She was transported to Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, where she later died from her injuries.
Authorities have not released additional details about contributing factors at this time. The incident remains under investigation by the Collision Reconstruction Unit.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.
How Pedestrian Crash Investigations Are Typically Conducted
When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, investigators often begin by reviewing roadway layout, visibility, and traffic conditions at the time of the incident. These factors can help determine how both the driver and the pedestrian moved through the area.
Vehicle direction, speed, and point of impact are also closely examined. In many cases, physical evidence on the roadway and nearby markings can help reconstruct the sequence of events.
Witness statements and available surveillance footage may also help clarify what occurred. These combined details help authorities establish a clearer picture of the crash timeline.
