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2026-02-11 4:02 PM

Elderly McLean Pedestrian Killed in Auto Crash

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Fairfax County Police say a 56-year-old driver of a 2008 Dodge Charger was attempting to turn left onto Chain Bridge Road from Laughlin Avenue yesterday afternoon when he struck an 84-year-old pedestrian who was in the crosswalk. The pedestrian, Elvira Slijepcevic of McLean, was transported to a local hospital where she died.

Police say speed and alcohol are not considered factors in the crash, and the case remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.

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