19 Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Dundalk

A pedestrian was struck in Dundalk while attempting to cross Wise Avenue and Church Road on Sunday, Aug. 15 around 9:30 p.m.

The driver of a 2011 Toyota was traveling westbound on Wise Avenue approaching Church Road striking 19-year-old Mekiah Cotten; who was not in the crosswalk.

During the accident, the Toyota swerved striking a 2002 Honda which also struck a 1992 Ford.

Cotten was taken to an area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Crash Team officers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this crash.