A tragic turn of events unfolded in Somerset County, as authorities delved into the details of a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 72-year-old driver. Maryland State Police reported the collision involving two vehicles near Ocean Highway and Flower Hill Church Road.
The incident, which took place shortly before 5:30 p.m., resulted in the death of a Kia Soul driver after an attempted cross of the southbound lanes. A passenger in the Kia was in critical enough condition to require airlift by the Maryland State Police Aviation Command to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Another passenger, as well as the Jeep's driver, sustained injuries that led to their hospitalization via ambulance.
Troopers from the Maryland State Police Princess Anne Barrack were summoned to the crash site around 5:21 p.m., initiating an investigation to unravel the events that led to this unfortunate occurrence. The specifics of why the Kia was struck by the Jeep remain unclear, and the Maryland State Police are dedicating resources to piece together the narrative.
As this story develops, we extend our condolences to those affected by the crash and await further details from authorities once available.
