Man killed while walking dog in Anne Arundel County
- On November 28, David Chan, aged 74, was struck while walking his dog in Anne Arundel County.
- The accident involved a Honda Odyssey minivan, and Chan was found unconscious at the scene.
- Chan was pronounced dead at the scene, and his dog was later euthanized due to severe injuries.
In Anne Arundel County, Maryland, a tragic incident occurred on November 28, resulting in the death of 74-year-old David Chan and his dog. According to police reports, Chan was walking his Rottweiler when he was struck by a Honda Odyssey minivan while crossing Cedar Park Road near his home. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene around 7:25 a.m. but found Chan unconscious. Despite immediate efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed that Chan had left his residence on Cedar Park Road for a walk with his dog when the accident happened. Witnesses stated that Chan was attempting to cross the road when the minivan, traveling eastbound, struck him. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities during the investigation. Chan's family later sought treatment for the dog, which also sustained serious injuries during the accident. After being taken to an emergency veterinary facility, the Rottweiler was evaluated for severe injuries and unfortunately had to be euthanized at the family's request due to the extent of its condition. This tragic situation has raised discussions within the local community regarding pedestrian safety and driver awareness, especially in residential areas where people are more likely to walk their pets. In the wake of this incident, local authorities are reminded of the importance of road safety measures to protect pedestrians and their pets, while investigating the circumstances surrounding this accident to prevent similar tragedies in the future.