A pedestrian was killed by their own vehicle on westbound I-70 in Maryland on September 4th, 2023. According to the Maryland State Police, the person had been traveling west on I-70 when they pulled over to the shoulder to inspect their vehicle. While outside of the car, the car began to roll and struck the pedestrian, causing fatal injuries.

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The incident has raised concerns about the safety of drivers and pedestrians on highways, and officials are urging drivers to take precautions when pulling over to the shoulder. They also remind drivers to ensure their vehicles are properly secured and to seek assistance if needed.

The Maryland State Police continue to investigate the incident and ask anyone with information to come forward.

Officials Remind Drivers to Take Precautions

As the investigation into the pedestrian’s death continues, officials remind drivers to take precautions when pulling over to the shoulder. They advise drivers to ensure that their vehicles are properly secured and seek assistance if needed.

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The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of pedestrians on highways. Officials remind pedestrians to avoid walking on or near highways whenever possible and to use designated pedestrian crossings when available.

The Maryland State Police continue investigating the incident and urging anyone with information to come forward. They are committed to ensuring the safety of drivers and pedestrians on Maryland’s highways and are working to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.