Maryland state police stock photo
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Crash in Washington County kills 36-year-old West Virginia woman

A quiet stretch of road turned deadly in an instant.

Hagerstown, Md. – A three-vehicle crash in Washington County has left a 36-year-old woman dead, according to Maryland State Police.

Victim identified

The victim was identified as Kathleen Hitch of Falling Waters, West Virginia. She was driving a Honda Civic involved in the crash and was the only occupant of the vehicle. Emergency responders from Washington County pronounced her dead at the scene.

Investigation underway

The crash happened yesterday, though details of how the collision unfolded have not yet been released. Maryland State Police said the investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances leading up to the deadly incident.

Authorities have not indicated whether anyone else was injured in the crash.


Key Points

  • A three-vehicle crash in Washington County claimed the life of a 36-year-old woman.
  • The victim, identified as Kathleen Hitch of Falling Waters, W.Va., was driving a Honda Civic.
  • Maryland State Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
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