Sunday night, a deadly
accident occurred in Centreville, Maryland. Two people were killed in
a head-on collision on Route 50 near Kent Narrows. Maryland State Police said the two people
killed in the crash were both residents of Salisbury, Maryland. The cause of the crash is believed to be the
driver of a Toyota Sienna minivan, who was driving the wrong way on the
eastbound lanes of Route 50. The driver
of the Toyota was flown to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center,
where he was eventually discharged Monday afternoon. Sadly, one of the passengers in the other
vehicle died instantly at the scene and the other was pronounced dead at the
hospital.
After conducting preliminary investigations, police
investigators believe that alcohol was a factor in the crash, and speed might
have been a factor, but was not determined as of yet. Currently, no charges have been filed against
the driver.
Drivers who witnessed the crash say they saw the minivan fly by “at
[a] very high speed.” They also report
seeing the minivan “make a big u-turn into traffic.” Route 50 had been closed for several hours
while investigators scanned the accident scene for evidence. Maryland State Police are still investigating
the crash and are asking anyone who witnessed the crash and has more
information to contact police at 410-758-1101.
It is unfortunate how often drunk driving related fatal
accidents occur. It is never smart to get behind the wheel of a car after
you have been drinking. Assuming the police are correct in their belief
that alcohol was involved, the driver who drove under the influence of alcohol
made an irresponsible decision doing so by putting their life and the lives of
others in grave danger.
If you have been arrested for a DUI/DWI it is important that you
consult an experienced Maryland DUI attorney immediately because DUI is a
criminal offense and carries potentially severe penalties. An experienced
attorney can guide you through the court process and find any possible defenses
that can either mitigate the penalties in the case, or in some instances, lead
to an acquittal or dismissal.
If you or a family member has been charged with DUI or DWI and
would like a free legal consultation or if you would like more information
on DUI or DWI please feel free to contact our office at (301)
854-9000 or visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com/Criminal-Defense/DWI-DUI/
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