A tragic incident unfolded in Bladensburg, Maryland, on Saturday evening when a driver crashed into a birthday party, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to 13 others, as confirmed by local authorities. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. in this suburb of Washington, DC, and among the injured were eight children, ranging in age from one to 17 years old. Five adults also sustained injuries in the crash.
The deceased woman was identified as 31-year-old Ashley Hernandez Gutierrez of Washington, DC. The injured victims were rushed to the hospital, and as of Sunday, three adults and one child were still receiving medical care.
The driver, a 66-year-old man, initially fled the scene on foot. However, he later turned himself in to the police. Images and videos from the scene showed a white sedan crashed into a tent set up on the lawn of the house where the birthday party was being held.
Despite the driver turning himself in, no charges have been filed against him as of yet. The incident is still under investigation by the Bladensburg Police. The tragic event has left the community in shock, and the authorities are working diligently to uncover the details of the incident.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of reckless driving and the importance of road safety. As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of Gutierrez and hopes for the speedy recovery of the injured victims.