DUNKIRK, Calvert County, Md., Nov. 7, 2026 — Three people were reported injured on Wednesday evening, November 4, in a two-vehicle crash near Southern Maryland Boulevard (Route 4) and Brickhouse Road in Dunkirk, with at least one person reported trapped inside a vehicle.
The crash was reported at about 6:25 p.m. and involved an SUV and a minivan, according to initial emergency dispatch information. Early reports indicated one of the vehicles overturned and came to rest in the median, trapping or pinning one occupant inside.
Emergency medical crews classified one patient as Priority 2, meaning the injuries reportedly required prompt medical attention, and a second as Priority 3, indicating more minor injuries. A third person was being evaluated at the scene. Firefighters, rescue personnel and emergency medical services responded to free the trapped occupant and treat the injured.
Around 6:30 p.m., an emergency traffic alert reported that northbound Route 4 was closed at Brickhouse Road because of the crash, and drivers in the area were urged to expect delays and seek alternate routes while crews worked. It was not immediately clear whether any of the injured would need to be taken to a hospital. The cause of the crash has not been released, and the incident remains under investigation.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
A large share occur at intersections and other points where vehicles cross paths or merge, especially on busy roads like state highways where traffic volume and turning movements increase the chance of a collision.
What can drivers do to avoid a crash like this one?
Slowing down near intersections, leaving extra following distance and staying alert for vehicles turning or merging can help drivers react in time to avoid a collision.
What injuries are common in two-vehicle crashes?
Common injuries include cuts, bruises, broken bones and head or neck injuries. Severity usually depends on vehicle speed, the angle of impact and whether a vehicle rolls over.
What usually causes crashes like this?
Common factors include distracted driving, failure to yield, speeding and misjudging the timing of a turn, though the specific cause of any crash is determined only after investigators review the evidence.
