Suspect at large as Maryland State Police investigate Pittsville road rage hit and run

PITTSVILLE, Md. – Maryland State Police (MSP) are investigating a hit and run crash that happened Friday night in Wicomico County.

Police say just before 8:00 p.m. on October 14th, MSP Salisbury Barrack troopers responded to the area of Old Ocean City Road and Main Street in Pittsville for a hit and run crash. Witnesses told police a two-door Chevrolet Chevelle SS was traveling west of Old Ocean City Road. At the same time, a Ford pickup truck began tailgating the Chevrolet, police say.

The Chevrolet tried to slow down, and the Ford sped up, rear ending the Chevrolet and pushing it into a field, before leaving the scene, according to police. The driver of the Chevrolet, the front seat passenger, and a juvenile rear passenger were taken to TidalHealth by ambulance.

At the scene, investigators found Ford brand vehicle parts. Witnesses describe the Ford as a newer model, dark colored diesel pickup truck. The truck may be lifted, with a light kit and dark colored windows, police say. Investigators believe the suspect vehicle will have extensive front end damage.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, or has information about the suspect vehicle’s whereabouts, is asked to contact Maryland State Police at (410) 749-3101. Callers may remain anonymous.