Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Fatal Hit-and-Run at Maryland Child’s Birthday Party as Driver Surrenders

Officials report multiple child victims treated at three hospitals.

Overview

  • Bladensburg police say 31-year-old Ashley Hernandez Gutierrez died after a car struck people gathered outside a home late Saturday.
  • Authorities now report 14 total injuries, including eight children ages 1 to 17 and six adults, with several patients still hospitalized in stable condition.
  • Earlier counts from first responders listed 11 injured with a teenage girl and an infant in critical condition, reflecting evolving tallies as patients were assessed.
  • Victims were taken to Children’s National Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and Howard University Hospital, according to police and Fire/EMS officials.
  • Police say the 66-year-old driver fled on foot but later turned himself in; investigators are consulting with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney on charges and ask witnesses to contact detectives.