Philadelphia man accused of hitting 2 troopers during illegal car rallies in Maryland

PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — A Philadelphia man is facing charges after authorities said he hit two Maryland State troopers during illegal car rally events in Prince George’s County.

Isaiah Vega, 19, faces first-and second-degree assault and assault on a law enforcement officer, according to Maryland State Police (MSP). He is being held without bond.

Troopers struck during attempts to stop vehicle

The incidents date back to Nov. 16, 2025, when investigators with the Maryland Car Rally Task Force spotted a black Chrysler 300 without registration plates near MD 704 and Glenarden Parkway in Glenarden.

MSP officials said Vega fled during an attempted traffic stop and struck a trooper who was outside of his vehicle. That trooper was not hurt…

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