Maryland state police ID victim in deadly Charles County hit-and-run

Maryland state police have released the identity of a man who was struck and killed on Route 5 in Waldorf early Tuesday morning.

They say Aaron Markeith Rust, 34, of Waldorf was standing or walking in the roadway when he was struck by the vehicle, which fled the scene.

Investigators believe the vehicle is a newer model white Ford F-250 or a F-350 Crew Cab with right front headlamp damage.

The roadway was shut down while State Police investigated.

It has since re-opened.

If you have any information that might help police in their investigation, call (301) 392-1200.
 

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