Name Of Pedestrian Killed In Crash Released By Arlington Police

ARLINGTON, VA — The name of a pedestrian killed crossing a street in the Aurora Highlands neighborhood was released Friday by the Arlington County Police Department. Authorities say Soleil Simone, 68, of Seminole, Florida, died at the scene.

Officers responded around 2:15 p.m. to the accident in the 1100 block of South Fern Street. Investigators believe Simone tried to cross mid-block when she was hit by a vehicle.

The driver of the striking vehicle remained on the scene. Police have not released the driver's name.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective S. Whalin at swhalin@arlingtonva.us or 703-228-4159. Anonymous information may be submitted to Arlington County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).