Police Release Name Of Driver Killed After Driving Into Gaithersburg Townhomes

The 62-year-old driver who died following a fiery crash into a Gaithersburg townhome has been identified, authorities say.

Victor Cascella, 62, has been identified as the man killed in the crash
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Annie DeVoe

08/30/2022 3:40 p.m.

Police have confirmed the driver to be Victor Cascella of Gaithersburg.

Cascella succumbed to his injuries after crashing into the townhomes in the 400 block of Orchard Ridge Drive, according to a spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue.

Investigators say that Cascella was driving south on Orchard Ridge Drive when he crossed over the center median, left the roadway, and crashed into the townhome residences of 432 and 434 Orchard Ridge Drive.

Investigators believe that the fire began in the vehicle engine compartment before it spread through the homes at 430 and 428 Orchard Ridge Drive shortly after 2:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 29, causing around $400,000 worth of damage.

Two people were rescued from the home during the blaze that ended up displacing six people.

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