Driver killed in early morning crash in prince george’s county
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Driver killed in early morning crash in Prince George’s County

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — Authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred early Tuesday morning, leaving an adult male driver dead.

According to the Prince George’s County Police Department, the crash happened at approximately 3:15 a.m. near the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Piney Branch Road. Preliminary findings indicate that the driver of a sedan was traveling eastbound on Piney Branch Road when he lost control of the vehicle and veered off the roadway.

The man, whose name has not yet been released, was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police are working to notify the man’s family before releasing his identity.

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is leading the investigation, and authorities have not yet determined the cause of the crash.

Police have asked anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department as the investigation continues.

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