PW Police offer reward for information in Feb. 24 fatality on Minnieville Road

UPDATE

Fatal Hit & Run Crash Investigation *REWARD – Prince Wiliam County Police Department is offering a reward for information leading to the driver and vehicle sought in connection to the fatal hit & run crash that occurred in the area of Minnieville Rd and Bobcat Ct in Woodbridge (22193) on Feb. 24, 2024.

The crash killed a 27-year-old woman from Woodbridge who was struck while walking along the roadway.

During the investigation, investigators located vehicle parts believed to belong to a 2009-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV or 2009-2013 Kia Sorento SUV, silver or light in color, with possible damage to the front end, wheel well, and/or undercarriage areas of the vehicle.

Attempts to locate the driver and vehicle involved in the collision have been unsuccessful. The police department is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the driver and vehicle involved. The investigation continues.

Vehicle Description:
A 2009-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV or 2009-2013 Kia Sorento SUV, silver or light in color, with possible damage to the front, wheel well, and/or undercarriage areas

Identified:
The deceased pedestrian was identified as Carla Andrea MEJIA, 27, of Woodbridge

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Prince William County Police Department tipline at 703.792.7000 or submit a webtip to: pwcva.gov/policetip.

Fatal Hit & Run Crash Investigation [Previously Released] – On February 24 at 11:37PM, officers responded to the area of Minnieville Road and Bobcat Court in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate an unconscious female in the roadway. The investigation revealed that the victim, a 27-year-old woman, was walking in the westbound lane of Minnieville Road, wearing all dark clothing, when she was struck by a vehicle. The striking vehicle did not stop at the scene. Fire and rescue personnel responded to the scene where the pedestrian was pronounced deceased. The vehicle is believed to be an unknown model Hyundai. No further information on the driver or striking vehicle is available at this time. Investigators with the Crash Investigation Unit are asking anyone who may have witnessed this crash to contact police. The investigation continues.