Crime & Safety
Police: Pedestrian Killed in Crash Tuesday in Woodbridge
Victim was not crossing at a crosswalk and heavy rain may have also been a factor, according to Prince William County Police.
A pedestrian died Tuesday night after she was struck by an SUV on Jefferson Davis Highway, according to Prince William County Police.
The victim has been identified as Amelu G. Felix, 51, of Woodbridge.
Police responded to the crash scene at 6:58 p.m. Tuesday in the 13400 block of Jefferson Davis Highway.
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According to police, a driver of a 2003 Toyota Highlander was heading south on the highway and struck Felix as she was crossing street on foot. Felix was transported to a hospital where she died as a result of her injuries.
Police say the victim was not crossing the street in a designated crosswalk and that she was wearing dark clothing. Weather may have also made it difficult to see the victim, according to police.
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The driver of the vehicle, a 61-year-old Springfield woman, was not charged.
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