William Villavicenio, 19, was crossing Georgia Avenue on his bicycle Sunday night.
October 28, 2022 at 5:33 p.m. EDTA 19-year-old struck on his bicycle by a hit-and-run driver in Montgomery County has died as a result of his injuries, officials said Friday. The victim, William Villavicencio, was struck Sunday night.“William was a happy young man, searching to find his way, like most 19-year-olds,” said a family friend, Pastor Paula Moutsos from Pathways Baptist Church. “This was the son of a single mom who has raised three boys. He was loved.
Speaking at a news conference Friday, Assistant Police Chief Marc Yamada said Villavicencio was crossing Georgia Avenue on his bike about 11 p.m. Sunday near Janet Road when he was struck by a southbound car, described as dark red or maroon. The car, which left the scene, was possibly a 2003-2007 Honda Accord, Yamada said, and it probably has damage to the right front bumper and is missing its right-side mirror.Police asked anyone with information about the hit-and-run to call 240-773-6620 or 866-411-TIPS .