Community To Honor Harry Washington III, Support Injured Daughter During Mother’s Day Memorial Ride

WALDORF, Md. — What began as a devastating tragedy along Route 210 is now bringing together an outpouring of support for a grieving family ahead of Mother’s Day.

Community members, motorcyclists and local residents are expected to gather Sunday, May 10, for the “Lili Strong Support and Harry Washington Memorial Ride,” a community-led event honoring 32-year-old Harry Washington III and supporting his injured 9-year-old daughter, Lili, who survived the crash.

The ride follows the May 3 fatal hit-and-run crash in Charles County that claimed Washington’s life and critically injured the child while the two were riding a motorcycle together. Maryland State Police said the crash occurred near Jenkins Lane in Bryans Road when an orange 2013 Dodge Dart allegedly entered the motorcycle’s path before the driver fled the scene on foot.

According to event organizer Brandy Turnbull, the Mother’s Day ride was created to surround the family with visible support during an unimaginably difficult time.

“I’m hosting a support ride for the family on Mother’s Day. All vehicles welcome,” Turnbull told The BayNet. “The first leg will be driving past Harry’s mom’s house to let her know we’re here for her.”

The second portion of the ride will continue toward Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., where supporters hope to uplift Lili and her mother, Alexis Neal.

“Second leg will be an up and around to let Lili know we’re praying for her and her recovery and to support Alexis anyway we can,” Turnbull added.

Flyers circulating online describe the event as a show of support for “a brave 9-year-old who is the survivor of the hit-and-run accident that claimed Harry’s life on May 3.”

Participants are scheduled to meet at 9:45 a.m. Sunday in the Zales parking lot in Waldorf, with kickstands up at 10:30 a.m. Organizers say all motorcyclists, vehicle clubs and car enthusiasts are welcome to participate.

The planned route includes a drive past Washington’s mother’s home, the crash site and the Accokeek Park and Ride. Riders wishing to continue the second leg will travel toward Children’s National Hospital before ending near Ritchie Marlboro Road.

A Facebook support page titled “LiliStrong” has also been launched to share updates and rally continued support for the family.

Maryland State Police continue searching for the driver involved in the crash. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. Justin Zimmerman at the La Plata barrack at 301-392-1200.

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