85-year-old woman dies in accident involving on-duty patrol officer

LARGO, Maryland. – The Prince George's County Police Department's Accident Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating the cause of a fatal crash in the Largo area. One of the drivers involved was an on-duty PGPD patrol officer. The second driver involved is 85-year-old Jeanette Benthall of Largo. She succumbed to her injuries several days after the crash.

On September 9, 2024, at approximately 11:20 a.m., the officer and Ms. Benthall collided at the intersection of Campus Way South and Joyceton Drive. Both were transported from the scene to a hospital for treatment. Ms. Benthall died on September 14, 2024. The patrol officer has since been released from the hospital.

The circumstances of the collision are currently under investigation. As part of their investigation, detectives are working to collect video evidence and interview additional witnesses.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

Callers who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, through the P3 Tips mobile app (search for “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app to your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).

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