04.23.25 *Updated with correct spelling of decedents last name* MPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash
Press, MPD (MPD)
Please see correct spelling of decedents last name from the following news release disseminated on 4/17/2025
MPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Crash
(Washington, D.C.) – The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash in Southwest.
On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., First District officers responded to the intersection of 6th Street and M Street, Southwest for reports of a crash. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female pedestrian unconscious and not breathing, struck by a vehicle. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and despite all lifesaving measures, the pedestrian was pronounced dead.
The decedent has been identified as 74-year-old Kathy Tanner, of Southwest, DC.
The preliminary investigation indicates while turning into the eastbound lanes of M Street, Southwest, the driver of the vehicle struck the pedestrian while walking in the intersection inside of a marked crosswalk causing her to be caught under the vehicle.
The driver remained on the scene and Major Crash Detectives are investigating.
Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should call the police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.
CCN: 25055272
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