Teenage Girl Dies After Being Pulled From Water Near Francis Scott Key Bridge
A teenage girl died after being pulled from the water near the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Saturday evening.
Washington, DC, August 23, 2026 —
A teenage girl has died after being rescued from the water near the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Saturday evening. Emergency services responded to a call regarding a person in the water in the vicinity of the bridge.
The girl was pulled from the water and received medical attention at the scene. Despite efforts by first responders, she was pronounced deceased. The specific circumstances leading to the incident and the exact location of the rescue near the bridge were not immediately provided.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the girl’s identity, her age, or the cause of the incident. Investigations into the matter are expected to be conducted by the relevant authorities. The Maryland Transportation Authority Police typically handle incidents in and around the bridge.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge is a major traffic artery in the Baltimore region. Incidents in the water nearby can involve various factors, and official statements are pending. The time of the incident was reported as Saturday evening.
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