Man dead after early morning hit and run in Gaithersburg

A man was killed in a hit‑and‑run crash early Wednesday in Montgomery County. The collision was reported around 4:47 a.m. near Muddy Branch Road and West Diamond Avenue in the Gaithersburg area. Police say the striking vehicle is believed to be an older‑model Honda CR‑V, possibly dark gray with red accents and front‑end damage on the left side. The vehicle was last seen traveling in the area of Muddy Branch Road and West Diamond Avenue. Residual delays are expected, and drivers are advised to use alternate routes.