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Driver Dies After Fleeing Attempted Traffic Stop in Ellicott City, Police Say

Police say the officer ended the attempted stop without a pursuit.

Overview

  • The stop occurred at 9:38 a.m. near Route 29 and Rogers Avenue in Ellicott City, according to police.
  • The 2013 Honda Accord later struck a utility pole on Rogers Avenue near Faber Way.
  • The officer was in an unmarked Howard County Police vehicle and had deactivated emergency equipment.
  • The 26-year-old driver, the only person in the car, was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Rogers Avenue was closed for about six hours as Howard County Police opened an investigation.