Damien Dempsey, 43, died, two others injured in a hit-and-run collision at the intersection of Southern Avenue and Central Avenue in Washington D.C.

Modified Date: 
Tue, 06/18/2024 - 3:27pm
Accident Date: 
Monday, June 17, 2024

1 dead, 2 injured after hit and run in Southeast DC

Police said their preliminary investigation determined that on June 17, just before 1 a.m., a Nissan Altima was traveling southwest in the 5700 block of Southern Ave., SE when the driver allegedly entered the intersection on a red light. At the same time, a Buick Encore was traveling east on Central Avenue, SE and also entered the intersection.

Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Hit and Run
People Involved: 
Damien Dempsey