Prince William County police crash investigators responded to the incident at 5:46 a.m. on March 7 near Old Stage Road in Dumfries (22025). Their investigation revealed that the victim, identified as Jack Leo Burdette Jr., was walking back across Dumfries Road after securing the dog when he was hit by a westbound 2022 Ram ProMaster van approaching Old Stage Road.
At the time of the crash, Burdette was wearing dark clothing and was walking in an unlit section of the roadway, outside of a designated crosswalk, police said.
An officer and a Good Samaritan administered first aid at the scene before Burdette was transported to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The dog, a two-year-old mixed Dalmatian/Pointer, was found and treated for injuries before being released to its owner.
The driver of the van, a 45-year-old Woodbridge man, remained at the scene. Authorities have not announced any charges at this time.
Crash investigators are urging anyone who may have witnessed the accident to contact Prince William police.
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