An overnight hit-and-run in washington, d. C. 's noma neighborhood left a woman dead after police say two suspects fled on foot and abandoned their vehicle several blocks from the crash scene.
An overnight hit-and-run in Washington, D.C.'s NoMa neighborhood left a woman dead after police say two suspects fled on foot and abandoned their vehicle several blocks from the crash scene.

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D.C. police are searching for two suspects after a woman was struck and killed while crossing New York Avenue before the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred overnight Sunday into Monday near the intersection of New York Avenue and North Capitol Street NW in the city’s NoMa neighborhood.

According to the Metropolitan Police Department, an adult woman was struck by a vehicle while crossing the roadway. She was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

Following the collision, authorities said two suspects fled the scene on foot after abandoning the vehicle several blocks away.

Police searching for two suspects

The abandoned vehicle was later located in the roadway a short distance from the crash scene, according to reports from on-scene journalist Kevin M. Nunn of @KMNONSCENE.

The Metropolitan Police Department issued a lookout for two Black male suspects who were last seen wearing white shirts and blue denim jeans.

No arrests had been announced as of Monday morning.

Major Crash Unit leading investigation

The Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate the fatal collision.

Police have not released the identity of the victim pending notification of her family, and investigators have not disclosed what led to the crash.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department.

  • An adult woman died after being struck by a vehicle overnight near New York Avenue and North Capitol Street NW.
  • Police say two suspects abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot after the crash.
  • Detectives are searching for two Black male suspects as the investigation continues.

FAQ

  • Where did the crash happen?
    Near New York Avenue and North Capitol Street NW in Washington, D.C.’s NoMa neighborhood.
  • What happened to the victim?
    She was struck while crossing the roadway and later died at a hospital.
  • Did the driver remain at the scene?
    No. Police said the vehicle was abandoned several blocks away and two suspects fled on foot.
  • Who is investigating?
    The Metropolitan Police Department’s Major Crash Investigations Unit.
  • Have any arrests been made?
    No arrests have been announced.

Sources: Metropolitan Police Department preliminary information

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