DC Man Drives Backwards Into Bladensburg Birthday Party Killing One, Injuring 14

A tragic incident occurred in Bladensburg, Maryland, when Sunday Joseph, a 66-year-old man from Washington, D.C., drove his car in reverse into an outdoor children's birthday party, killing 31-year-old Ashley Hernandez Gutierrez and injuring 14 others, including eight children aged 1 to 17. The crash happened around 10:14 p.m. on a Saturday night, with Joseph fleeing the scene on foot but surrendering to police less than 24 hours later. Police are investigating whether alcohol or speed played a role in the crash, which was described as accidental and not targeted. Most of the injured victims have been treated and released, although one child and two adults remain hospitalized. Authorities have not yet specified charges against Joseph, who is cooperating with the investigation but is not currently in custody. The Bladensburg community and officials have expressed their commitment to holding the driver accountable while offering support and prayers to the victims and their families.