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Annandale Today
By the People, for the People
Driver Charged in Fatal Annandale Pedestrian Crash
Lucas Lese, 20, of Springfield, was charged with Failure to Stop for Pedestrians in the February 28 incident that killed Sun Hyo Kim, 56, of Annandale.
Mar. 15, 2026 at 4:45pm
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Detectives from the Fairfax County Police Department's Crash Reconstruction Unit have charged a 20-year-old driver with Failure to Stop for Pedestrians in a fatal crash that killed a 56-year-old woman in Annandale, Virginia on February 28.
Why it matters
Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in the Annandale area, which has seen a number of serious crashes involving vehicles and people crossing the street. This incident highlights the need for drivers to remain vigilant and obey traffic laws, especially in areas with high pedestrian activity.
The details
According to police, Lucas Lese was driving a 2012 BMW westbound on John Marr Drive toward Ravensworth Road when he struck Sun Hyo Kim as she was crossing the street from south to north. Kim was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition and later pronounced deceased. Lese was uninjured and remained at the scene. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor, but speed remains under investigation.
- The crash occurred on February 28 at 5:37 p.m.
- Lese was charged and served a summons releasable warrant.
The players
Lucas Lese
A 20-year-old resident of Springfield, Virginia who was charged with Failure to Stop for Pedestrians in the fatal crash.
Sun Hyo Kim
A 56-year-old resident of Annandale, Virginia who was killed in the pedestrian crash.
Fairfax County Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash and charging the driver.
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on whether or not to allow Lucas Lese out on bail.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution and follow traffic laws in order to prevent such devastating crashes from occurring. The Fairfax County Police Department is urging anyone with information about the case to come forward to aid the investigation.
