Ocean City Police Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision

OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 20, 2024): The Ocean City Police Department is currently investigating a fatal pedestrian collision involving an Ocean City Tram that occurred on August 20, 2024, at approximately 8:14 p.m. on the Boardwalk near Dorchester Street.

The pedestrian, a 2-year-old male, was crossing the Boardwalk tram pad near Dorchester Street when he was struck by a southbound tram. Ocean City EMS personnel pronounced the child deceased on the scene. Both Tram conductors remained on the scene.

The Ocean City Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the collision. The Traffic Safety Unit is asking any individuals with information regarding this incident to please contact PFC Panitch at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can be left on our Tip Line at 410-520-5136, email us at [email protected], or contact the Police Department directly at 410-723-6610. Please reference case number 2024-00-3922.

The name of the pedestrian is not being released at this time, pending notification of next of kin.

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