Police Investigate Fatal Hit and Run Crash on Columbia Pike

ARLINGTON, Va. – The Arlington County Police Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred during the early morning hours of June 8, 2026.

At approximately 1:22 a.m., police were dispatched to Columbia Pike at S. Thomas Street for the report of a crash involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, the pedestrian was located unresponsive in the roadway suffering serious injuries. She was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the striking vehicle, a dark colored SUV, fled the scene following the crash.

The identity of the pedestrian, an adult female, is being withheld pending next of kin notification.

This remains an active critical crash investigation. Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Detective Gilmore at 703-228-4049 or dgilmore@arlingtonva.us. Information may also be provided anonymously through the Arlington County Crime Solvers hotline at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).

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