His mother led a march and rally the previous evening, wearing his hat, calling for answers and safer streets in the area.
Philadelphia, PA - October 30, 2026
Angela McDonald is pressing for answers and accountability after her son, Mark Ringgold-McDonald, died in a hit-and-run in Cobbs Creek, a Philadelphia neighborhood. CBS News reported that she and her family are seeking answers and want changes to help prevent similar deaths.
Key Facts
- Date: 2025, as stated in the reporting
- Location: Cobbs Creek neighborhood, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Roads referenced include 58th Street, Baltimore Pike and Pine Street.
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run
- Injuries / fatalities: One fatality
- Reported by: CBS News (CBS Philadelphia)
Crash Overview
Ringgold-McDonald died after being struck in a hit-and-run in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. His mother, Angela McDonald, has described the past year as the hardest of her life and said the loss has been overwhelming for her.
The previous evening, McDonald led a march and rally in his memory, wearing his hat. The group began at 58th Street and Baltimore Pike and walked toward Pine Street, which McDonald said is where the hit-and-run took place.
People who knew Ringgold-McDonald described him as loving, gentle and always willing to help others. His godmother, Donna Madison, said he would have appreciated the support his family has received.
The family says it wants justice and is also pushing for changes that could make neighborhood streets safer for pedestrians. McDonald said she hopes to see new laws and safety measures introduced so that others do not face the same loss. The reporting does not describe any arrests, charges or the current status of an investigation.
People Involved
- Mark Ringgold-McDonald: Reported as killed in the hit-and-run.
- Angela McDonald: His mother, who is leading the family's call for accountability.
- Donna Madison: His godmother, who spoke about him in the reporting.