Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Waldorf

A motorcyclist died after a hit-and-run crash at the intersection of Route 228 and Bunker Hill Road in Waldorf on Friday evening.

What’s Happening: Scott Beland, 64, of White Plains, was killed when a 2008 Infiniti G35 ran a red light and hit his 2018 Harley-Davidson motorcycle at 7:49 p.m. on April 3. The Infiniti then fled the scene.

What’s Important: Maryland State Police said the Infiniti was traveling eastbound on Route 228 when it failed to stop at a red traffic signal. Beland was making a left turn onto Bunker Hill Road on a green left-turn signal when the Infiniti entered the intersection and hit his motorcycle. After the collision, the Infiniti struck a metal guardrail in the median, then turned onto Sharpersville Road. The occupants, described as multiple males, abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. Beland was pronounced dead at the scene.

What Happens Next: The Maryland State Police CRASH Team is investigating the crash. The investigation will be submitted to the Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office for possible charges. Police are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or can identify the occupants of the Infiniti to contact Sergeant J. Zimmerman at (301) 392-1231 or justin.zimmerman@maryland.gov.