16-year-old boy struck and killed by SUV in late-night Kensington crash
Kensington, MD — A 16-year-old boy was fatally struck by a vehicle Sunday night in Montgomery County, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police responded to the 3500 block of University Boulevard West at approximately 9:14 p.m. following reports of a pedestrian collision. When they arrived, they discovered the teen had been hit by a Nissan Murano. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the victim has not yet been released pending family notification.
According to police, the driver of the SUV remained on scene and is cooperating with investigators. No charges have been announced at this time, and details surrounding the circumstances of the crash remain under review.
Authorities have not said whether the teen was crossing the road or walking alongside traffic when the incident occurred. The area was closed to traffic for several hours Sunday night as crash reconstruction teams processed the scene.
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The investigation remains active.
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Key Points
- A 16-year-old boy was fatally struck by a Nissan Murano in Kensington on Sunday night
- The crash occurred on University Boulevard West around 9:14 p.m.
- The driver stayed at the scene as the investigation continues