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59-year-old man killed in Laytonsville crash, police say

The driver of a Chevrolet Suburban was traveling east on Golf Estates Drive when the crash occurred.

LAYTONSVILLE, Md. — Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police are investigating a deadly crash that occurred early Saturday morning in Laytonsville, Maryland.

Police claim the collision occurred around 2:40 a.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2023.

Investigators say a man driving a Chevrolet Suburban was heading east on Golf Estates Drive, near Sand Trap Drive, when he drove off the left side of the road and struck a tree. 

The man was pronounced dead at the scene, according to police.

The Montgomery County Department of Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this single car collision. 

Investigators later identified the man as 59-year-old Lawrence Paul Swenson of Laytonsville.

Police have not identified any possible factors that could have contributed to the crash. They have not said if the man was speeding or under the influence of any kind, but continue to investigate for answers.

Officers have confirmed that the man driving was the sole occupant of the vehicle involved in the crash. 

Stay with WUSA9 as we closely follow this incident and provide any updates.

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