Juan Ixpata-Vasquez / Photo courtesy MCPD
Police have identified a pedestrian who was critically injured in a New Year’s Eve crash in Silver Spring and ask for the public’s help finding his family.
Juan Ixpata-Vasquez, 56, remains in critical condition at a hospital, according to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).
Officers and fire rescue responded at about 6:11 p.m. on Dec. 31, 2024 for a pedestrian who was reportedly struck by at least one driver while crossing University Boulevard at East Franklin Avenue. First responders found Ixpata-Vasquez with life-threatening injuries.
According to police, detectives have not been able to find any next of kin or family members.
Authorities believe Ixpata-Vasquez lives in the Silver Spring or Hyattsville areas and urge anyone with information to call the police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000.
