Woman, 53, Killed In Pedestrian-Involved Crash In Merrifield

MERRIFIELD, VA — A 53-year-old woman of an undetermined address died from injuries she received in a crash involving a pedestrian on Route 29 in Merrifield on Monday night, according to authorities.

Investigators determined that around 6:45 p.m., a 2020 Nissan Rogue traveling eastbound on Route 29 prior to Braxton Wood Court struck a woman who was standing in the left lane, according to Fairfax County police. The woman was then struck by a second, unidentified vehicle, which police are trying to locate.

The woman was taken to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased, police say. The woman's identity has not been released, pending notification of family.

The driver of the Nissan Rogue was uninjured and remained on the scene. Speed and alcohol do not appear do not appear to be factors in the crash, according to police.

A who may have information about this case is asked to call FCPD's Crash Reconstruction Unit at 703-280-0543. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone – 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), and by web –Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.