Witnesses Sought In Prince George's Fatal Hit And Run Christmas Day 2021

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — Witnesses who saw the fatal hit-and-run in Fort Washington Dec. 25 are asked to contact Prince George's County Police. The incident happened shortly after 1:30 p.m. Dec. 25 at the intersection of Tucker Road and Palmer Road, and led to the death of 56-year-old Juan Acevedo Castellon of Fort Washington who died of his injuries Jan. 8.

A preliminary investigation revealed Acevedo Castellon was traveling northbound on Tucker Road. It appears an unknown driver was traveling behind him in the northbound lanes and attempted to pass the victim’s truck. While attempting to pass Acevedo Castellon, the unknown driver struck his truck, causing him to lose control and strike a tree. The driver of the other vehicle did not remain on the scene.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the collision analysis and reconstruction unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device. Please refer to case 21-0060024.