There is a sidewalk on both sides of belair south parkway nearest to 24, There is no crosswalk allowing someone to cross Belair south parkway at this intersection. Please put one in!

If no charges are againts the driver you shouldnt publish the name, so sad.

I agree, the name and address of the driver should not be published.

Please remove the drivers name. She was not at fault and I am sure her guilt level is horrible right now. So sad for all involved, and I hope the county takes a look at the need for a crosswalk there.

It's "news" people. It's public record. Whats the big deal about publishing a name? Nobody claimed the driver was at fault. The article even said "pedestrian error".

Prayers go out to his friend that was with him and all who were involved.

I'm pretty sure there's a crosswalk, I've seen pedestrians push the magical walk button, but so sad it is...for both families., the driver that will live with this / own this accident for the rest of his or her life and the pedestrians family and their loss.

I'm a little disappointed that the headlines say "White Man"...color had nothing to do with this news and shouldn't have been mentioned!!! I'm a white guy and it just disturbs me that we are supposed to be "color-blind" and that headline simply inappropriate!!!

Pay attention to detail

The name of the driver is public record. Both she and the victim were involved in the accident making it appropriate to publish both names. As the article indicates, she is not charged and no charges are pending. The article reflects the police investigation and does not accuse her of a crime. This is certainly an accident and a tragedy.

I was a few cars behind this accident. It was painful to see. So sorry to hear that he passed away. Prayers to all his family and friends.

Just because you aren't legally guilty doesn't mean another driver in the same situation wouldn't have resulted in a different outcome. Far too many pedestrians being hit lately...don't know what happened here, but I drive these roads and it's fairly obvious half the people out there need a refresher course in good judgement and courtesy.

Runners, joggers, and cyclist all need to pay more attention. I almost hit a guy on a bicycle last week in the same senario. Lucky for him I WAS paying attention. But you can never assume that drivers see you and what you are doing.

Karl- I am glad you are so perfect! Awesome that your jugding others. Lets look up all your records and post them. Rude!

People are so incredibly insensitive. A young man lost his life in a tragic accident and people are on here debating over who was at fault? This man's family is surely devastated. And the driver is probably struggling with incomprehensible guilt, guilt that she will carry around for the rest of her life. Maybe you should put your energy towards saying a prayer for both instead of looking up criminal records.

I have no record...of course that isn't my real name, but I don't and that really isn't the point. I'm not blaming this lady, never did...just seems like way too many pedestrians being hit. We share the road; lots of drivers think the road belongs to them...we've got to do better than this. How many times have you been stuck in traffic behind a horrible accident...when the traffic finally creeps past it many drivers hit the rocket speed out of there; it's like nothing sinks in. Should the death of a kid be the wake up call. I would hope it doesn't need to come to that. Do 30 in a 30 on almost any road in this county and watch the stream of cars that end up on your bumper. Wings is right...if he'd of hit this biker he wouldn't have been cited either, but this is somebody's life we're talking about and it's worth being cautious even if you have the right of way.

If you're in the right turn lane, most people would normally break or at least be slowing down before you turn. I'm not sure how fast you would have to be going to hit and kill someone, but I feel like all drivers and pedestrians need to more cautious. Looking both ways one extra time walking or driving could be the difference between life and death. This is a heartbreaking story for all involved.

The other day a young man made a mistake and entered the road on foot. He stepped into the path of an oncoming auto. Neither are to blame. An "accident" occurred. He passed away leaving his Friends and Family with tears of sadness. The one who drove the auto , she has her own sadness. I believe that we need encouraging words of comfort for both families. I pray for the Aversano family for the loss of Josh and know they will see him again one day and for the Driver of the van and her children in the auto with her at the time to find peace. Blessings to the families of all who are involved. Lets not debate, lets give loving words of compassion to them.
Thanks all
Blessings+

Joshua Aversano - His Memorial service:
A memorial service is to be held this Wednesday (March 21) 6pm at the Bel Air Church of the Nazarene. A time of fellowship and sharing condolences will be held prior, starting at 4pm.

Josh's father reached out to our family this morning to invite us to the memorial to celebrate Josh's life. We were both overcome with emotion speaking with each other for the first time! Just the begining of a healing process for so many. So many questions, no clear answers! I have experienced great losses in my life but none from this angle. We pray for all family and friends of Josh, we pray that that Lord will give you all peace, strength, and his love. I don't know much about the family but I can say after our phone conversation that I know that they are a loving and compassionate people with big hearts. I could write for days but I will conclude simply with LOVE! Love coquers ALL!!!!!!!

Thank you Mr. Enders for your beautiful post. This is truly what the Aversano family is all about...forgiveness and love. They have been very dear friends of our for many years. There is no blame here, our prayers go out to your family. I hope to see you on Wednesday evening so all of us...friends and family alike can continue to carry out this message and bring peace to your lives as well.
"Thinking of you",
rnj

@marge Neal Ok I know her name is listed in public record. But does involving her name in the artical add any thing to the story and would leaving her name out of it really take away from the story. Ask your self would you want your loved ones name broadcast for everyone to know what had happen to her. Look around people are mean. Removing her name is the respectable thing to do. You know I Speak the truth. Can you sleep with your self.

May God's grace lift up the Aversano family and protect the hearts of the Enders family. This is such a tragic accident for all involved. Lets not debate...lets support and love. We all know that although Harford County is a growing place, but it's still small enough that the names of involved parties would have gotten out. Just love them all, support them and stop interjecting un-necessary opinions.

Thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.