Driver plows into child's birthday party in Maryland killing woman, injuring 13 others
Share and Follow

A tragic event unfolded on Saturday night when a vehicle crashed into a child’s birthday celebration in Maryland, resulting in one woman’s death and injuries to several others.

The accident occurred in Bladensburg, located in Prince George’s County, just about six miles away from Washington, D.C., as reported by FOX 5 DC.

Authorities shared that guests were gathered under a tent in a yard when a driver suddenly drove into the crowd around 10 p.m. on Saturday.

Officials have classified the incident as a fatal hit-and-run. On Sunday, they reported that the driver, a 66-year-old man, surrendered to the police.

Crumpled up chairs near hit-and-run scene

One woman lost her life, and multiple individuals sustained injuries after the vehicle barreled into the weekend festivities in Maryland.

Authorities identified the deceased victim as Ashley Hernandez Gutierrez, a 31-year-old resident of Washington, D.C.

In total, 13 other people were injured, including eight minors and five adults.

“Six of the juvenile victims have been treated and released and one has been admitted and is in stable condition,” Bladensburg Police Department said in a statement.

Police at the scene of the hit-and-run crash.

Officers said the suspect drove into a tented gathering where families had gathered to celebrate a child’s birthday. (WTTG)

“Three adult victims have been admitted to the hospital and are in stable condition, one is pending treatment, and one has been released.”

Collapsed tent near scene of fatal hit-and-run crash.

Police said the driver later turned himself in. (WTTG)

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to call the Bladensburg Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at 301-864-6080.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the Bladensburg Police Department for additional comment.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Deckhand says he WAS driving speedboat that killed Kirsty MacColl

Deckhand Reveals He Was at the Helm in Kirsty MacColl’s Tragic Speedboat Accident

Twenty-five years have passed since the tragic death of iconic British singer…
Man gets maximum sentence in Lawrence County child sexual abuse case

Justice Served: Lawrence County Man Receives Maximum Sentence for Child Sexual Abuse Crime

In Lawrence County, Alabama, a man has been handed a 20-year state…
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese heckled at Bondi vigil week after Hanukkah terrorist attack

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese Faces Disruption at Bondi Vigil Following Recent Hanukkah Terror Incident

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced a hostile reception upon his return to…
Manhunt underway in South Africa after gunmen open fire at tavern, killing 9 and wounding 10

Urgent Search Launched in South Africa After Tavern Shooting Leaves 9 Dead, 10 Injured

In a tragic incident early Sunday morning, nine individuals lost their lives…
Nicki Minaj makes EXTREMELY inappropriate assassin gaffe to Erika Kirk

Nicki Minaj Sparks Controversy with Shocking Assassin Comment to Erika Kirk

During a recent appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmFest, Nicki Minaj found…
San Francisco power outage puts 130,000 in the dark, as self-driving car service stops vehicles in the street

Massive San Francisco Blackout Leaves 130,000 Without Power, Halts Self-Driving Cars in Their Tracks

A significant power outage cast a shadow over extensive areas of San…
High-flying exec raped me in 'Mad Men' office horror show: lawsuit

Lawsuit Alleges Disturbing Assault by Top Executive in Corporate Office

An executive from a multi-million-dollar company is accused of sexually assaulting his…
Bowen Yang breaks down crying as he leaves SNL after seven years

Emotional Farewell: Bowen Yang’s Tearful Goodbye After 7 Memorable Years on SNL

Bowen Yang was overcome with emotion during his final sketch on “Saturday…