Fatal Car Accident in Baltimore, Maryland Yesterday

There was a fatal car accident in Baltimore, Maryland yesterday, but the cause is still under investigation. It is unclear if the driver was distracted, but texting while driving is against the law in Maryland. If you are injured, it is imperative to contact emergency services immediately.

The Baltimore County Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. It occurred on Cranbrook Road, near Greenside Drive. The driver of one vehicle was traveling eastbound on the road when he lost control, colliding with another vehicle. Both the driver and rear passenger were ejected. The other driver was injured but was not considered to be in critical condition.

The Baltimore Washington Parkway near the Beltway was closed for seven hours after a fatal crash at around 2:30 a.m. The crash involved two cars and resulted in a vehicle rolling off the road and bursting into flames. Police are still searching for the driver who caused the accident. Although the names of both drivers have not been released, they are urging witnesses to call 911.

The Maryland Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Office provides detailed crash data. The Office reports both known and unknown fatalities. The fatality statistics for Maryland are summarized below. The data includes all motor vehicle accidents that resulted in death. In Maryland, about 30% of accidents result in injuries.