The following is a brief summary of events regarding a fatal pedestrian collision in Gaithersburg this morning, according to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD):
At approximately 5:31 a.m., Montgomery County Police and Fire Rescue personnel were dispatched to the area of Watkins Mill Road and Route 355 for a report of a pedestrian struck.Preliminarily, an adult male was crossing Watkins Mill Road when he was struck by a silver 2018 Toyota Camry traveling eastbound.The driver remained at the scene and attempted life-saving aid on the adult male until first responders arrived. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the location.The Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this fatality. A news release will be distributed once more details are available, including the name of the decedent, following proper notification of next of kin.