Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Arnold: Police

Annapolis MD

30 March, 2022

11:38 AM

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ARNOLD, MD — A pedestrian was fatally struck Tuesday in Arnold, police said. Officers identified the victim as 33-year-old Eric Crawford of Arnold. Authorities got a call around 10:20 p.m. about a pedestrian walking in the travel lanes. Police said they responded to the 1200 block of northbound Ritchie Highway and found the crash. Officers said the victim was struck by a 2012 Nissan Versa. The pedestrian was wearing dark, non-reflective clothing. The Anne Arundel County Fire Department pronounced the victim dead on the scene, a press release said. The driver of the sedan was not hurt. Detectives think pedestrian error was the primary cause of the crash. The Anne Arundel County Police Department is still investigating. Authorities asked anybody with information to call (410) 222-8573. Tipsters can stay anonymous by dialing (410) 222-4700. Have a story idea? Please contact me at [email protected] with any pitches, tips or questions. Follow me on Twitter @JacobBaumgart and on Facebook @JacobBaumgartJournalist to stay up-to-date with the latest Anne Arundel County news.