2 Riverdale Park Students Killed In Crash While Walking To School

RIVERDALE PARK — Two children walking to school around 8 a.m. Monday were hit by a vehicle and killed at Riverdale and Taylor roads, Riverdale Park Police said.

The Prince George County Police Department is investigating the fatal crash, police said.

Riverdale Park Mayor Alan K. Thompson said the students attended Riverdale Elementary School. The driver accused of hitting the children stayed at the scene, he said.

"At this time, I ask that all residents join me, the Town Council and staff in prayer for the families experiencing this unimaginable loss and pain," Thompson said in a statement. "We also hold those who witnessed and responded to this horrific accident in our thoughts and prayers."

“The unimaginable loss of two innocent children struck and killed by a van while walking to school, has left our community in mourning," said Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks. "We extend our deepest condolences to the grieving families. During the time of year when many of us come together with family, it is especially heartbreaking that we find ourselves confronting this sorrow. Our hearts ache for these families who are now facing a permanent void during what should be a time of togetherness and Thanksgiving.

The crash temporarily closed the 4800 block to the 5000 block of Riverdale Road and the 6000 block to the 6200 block of Taylor Road. Drivers were asked to avoid the area.

It wasn't immediately known if there any charges in the case.