Name Of Worker Killed In New Hampshire Avenue Crash Released

SILVER SPRING, MD — A Prince George's County worker died Sunday when he was hit by an impaired driver, said Montgomery County Police. The pedestrian pronounced dead at the scene is 39-year-old, Ernest Joseph Dyson, 39, of Clinton.

Police said the fatal crash happened about 4:40 a.m. at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Rodney Road.

Investigators said Dyson, a WSSC Water employee, was working to fix a water main break at the time and was struck by a black 2011 Volkswagen CC, traveling southbound on New Hampshire Avenue.

WSSC Water General Manager and CEO Kishia L. Powell on Monday issued a statement following Dyson's death.

“The entire WSSC Water organization has heavy hearts today as we join family and friends in mourning the loss of one of our own, Crew Supervisor Ernest Joseph Dyson. Ernest died while serving in the line of duty while responding to a water main break in Silver Spring in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 8, 2024, when a driver fatally struck him at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Rodney Road.

"According to Montgomery County Police, the driver was intoxicated. This is a sad reminder of the risks our front-line water heroes face in service to our 1.9 million customers," the statement said. "WSSC Water is devastated by this tragedy. Ernest was the embodiment of professionalism and public service. He was a dedicated and highly respected member of the Utility Services Department and a beloved member of Team H2O with nearly 18 years of service to WSSC Water customers. We are all heartbroken and honestly still in shock as we process this senseless tragedy. Our deepest condolences are with Mr. Dyson’s family during this incredibly difficult time and with all his teammates who knew and cared for him. We will continue to support the family and team as we navigate through this difficult time.”

Detectives ask that anyone who may have seen the collision to call (240) 773-6620.