Location: Lee Hwy & Virginia Oaks Dr., Gainesville VA
Time: June 5, 1:57 AM
A tragic incident occurred in the early morning hours of June 5 in Gainesville VA, when a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Lee Hwy and Virginia Oaks Dr. The victim, identified as 44-year-old Timothy Scott Rinehart of Laurel, MD, was attempting to cross the road when he was hit by a northbound vehicle that fled the scene. Authorities believe the suspect vehicle may be white and show front-end damage. The Prince William County Police Department continues to seek witnesses to assist in the investigation.