Yaovi Magloire Guedoh Obituary, Death News – A fatal pedestrian accident in Calverton is under investigation by the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD), following a deadly incident that occurred on the night of Friday, July 18, 2025.
Authorities have identified the victim as 52-year-old Yaovi Magloire Guedoh, a resident of Frederick, Maryland. According to officials, Guedoh was attempting to cross Columbia Pike when he was struck by a vehicle under circumstances that are still being examined.
At around 10:34 p.m., officers from MCPD’s 3rd District and emergency personnel from Montgomery County Fire Rescue were dispatched to the intersection of Columbia Pike and Tech Road after receiving reports of a pedestrian being hit by a car.
Preliminary findings indicate that Guedoh was heading west across Columbia Pike when he was struck by a black 2020 GMC Terrain. The adult driver of the vehicle remained at the scene following the collision and cooperated with investigators.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, Guedoh was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
The police have not yet determined all the factors that contributed to the crash, and the investigation remains active. The Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is handling the case and is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is urged to contact CRU detectives at (240) 773-6620.
This tragic event has brought attention once again to pedestrian safety in the area, particularly along busy corridors like Columbia Pike, where visibility and traffic speed may pose risks to those attempting to cross on foot. The community is urged to remain vigilant, and drivers are reminded to always be aware of pedestrians, especially at night.
Officials have not said whether speed, impairment, or failure to yield were involved in the incident, and more information may become available as the investigation progresses.
No charges have been announced against the driver of the GMC Terrain at this time. The identity of the driver has not been released, and authorities have not indicated whether they anticipate any future legal action pending the outcome of the investigation.
Guedoh’s death adds to the growing list of pedestrian fatalities in the region and highlights the continuing need for improved road safety measures. It is unclear whether the intersection where the incident occurred was equipped with pedestrian crossing signals or marked crosswalks.
The Montgomery County Police Department expressed condolences to the family of Yaovi Magloire Guedoh and assured the public that the case is being thoroughly investigated to determine exactly what happened and whether any violations or criminal conduct were involved.
Further updates will be provided by the department as more details are confirmed.
