MD Man Fatally Struck By Car Near Woodlawn

Incident occurred at the intersection of Richmond Highway and Pohick Road.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 9:19pm

A 67-year-old Maryland man was struck and killed by a Toyota Tacoma while attempting to cross Richmond Highway in Woodlawn, Virginia on Friday night. The driver remained on the scene and did not appear to be impaired, but police are still investigating whether the victim was intoxicated at the time of the collision.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in the Woodlawn area, which has seen a number of fatal accidents involving vehicles and pedestrians in recent years. This incident highlights the need for improved infrastructure and driver/pedestrian education to prevent such tragedies.

The details

According to Fairfax County police, the incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. at the intersection of Richmond Highway and Pohick Road. A Toyota Tacoma traveling northbound on Richmond Highway struck the pedestrian, identified as 67-year-old Anthony Williams, as he was attempting to cross the highway. Williams was taken to a local hospital in life-threatening condition but later died from his injuries. The driver of the Toyota remained on the scene and did not appear to be impaired, but police are still investigating whether the victim was intoxicated at the time of the collision.

  • The incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. on Friday, April 4, 2026.

The players

Anthony Williams

A 67-year-old Maryland man who was fatally struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Richmond Highway in Woodlawn, Virginia.

Toyota Tacoma

The vehicle that struck and killed Anthony Williams as he was crossing the road.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident to determine if any charges will be filed against the driver.

The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the need for improved pedestrian safety measures and driver education in the Woodlawn area to prevent similar incidents in the future.