Man dies following hit-and-run crash in Annandale
Man hospitalized in serious hit-and-run crash in Annandale
A pedestrian has been hospitalized after being struck by a hit-and-run in Fairfax County, police say.
ANNANDALE, Va. - A pedestrian has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Fairfax County, police say.
What we know:
The incident was reported just after 8 a.m. Wednesday at Little River Turnpike and Wakefield Chapel Road in Annandale.
The victim, and adult male, was taken to the hospital in life-threatening condition. He has since been pronounced dead.
Police say the driver of the suspected striking vehicle fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan.
The eastbound lanes of Little River Turnpike at Wakefield Chapel Road are closed. Detectives urge drivers to avoid the area.
New photo:
Police Wednesday night released a photo of the vehicle believed to be connected to the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Fairfax County Police.
The Source: Information in this article comes from Fairfax County Police and the FOX 5 Traffic Team.
FOX 5 News at 11: October 24, 2026
Latest news from FOX 5 DC.
Head of DC preschool accused of sex crimes; Turnstile hosts benefit concert on National Mall
The former director of a prominent Northwest D.C. preschool has pleaded guilty in federal court to attempting to obtain child sexual abuse material. Meanwhile, Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile drew an estimated 60,000 fans to the National Mall for a massive free benefit concert supporting international humanitarian relief.
DC weather forecast: Frost advisories before warmup into 70s
Frost advisories are in effect across parts of the DMV as overnight temperatures dip into the 30s. Meteorologist Jennifer Delgado tracks a clear, sunny Sunday warmup into the 60s, leading into a pleasant stretch with 70-degree highs later in the week.
Feds warn of shock, electrocution risk from brand of pressure washers: Here's what to do
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning owners of a brand of pressure washer sold online that using it could subject them to a serious electric shock or electrocution.
Trump officials warn decades-long decline among American men could carry national security consequences
The Trump administration is targeting testosterone deficiency as a potential threat to military readiness, rolling out new screening guidelines for male service members.
Halloween candy sales sluggish as shoppers face higher prices, affordability concerns
Halloween is next weekend but candy aisles aren’t emptying out at most stores as cost-conscious shoppers eye chocolate prices and balance affordability as they fill out their shopping lists.
Admission to US national parks will be free this Tuesday: Here’s why
All fee-charging U.S. national parks will waive admission this Tuesday to celebrate the birthday of former President Teddy Roosevelt.
Transgender sports bans head to voters in Democratic states, potentially setting a national precedent
Voters in Colorado and Washington will decide whether to ban transgender women and girls from competing in female sports, marking the first time such restrictions have been put directly on state ballots.
Suspect kicks back with soda in middle of DC break-in
The MPD is searching for a man they said broke into a building in Southeast last month.
Here's where credit limits decreased the most in the US (and why that's bad)
Credit limits are dropping for people in most states, and that could spell bad news for your credit score.