Pedestrian Killed On I-270 Leads To Lane Closures In Maryland

A pedestrian walking along I-270 in Montgomery County was killed after being struck by a vehicle when they entered the roadway on Friday morning, officials say.

The scene of the fatal crash on I-270 in Montgomery County.
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Zak Failla

04/19/2024 10:49 a.m.

At approximately 5:40 a.m. on April 19, first responders were called to a stretch of the interstate between exits 8 and 9 to investigate the fatal crash.

According to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson, the pedestrian was treated at the scene for traumatic, life-threatening injuries, and was later pronounced dead.

The incident led to northbound lane closures on I-270 between Shady Grove and I-370. No details about the pedestrian has been released following the crash, which remains under investigation on Friday morning.

Traffic has since reopened.

More details are expected to be released. Check Daily Voice for updates.

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