Garrett Co, MD (January 25, 2026) – A personal injury collision was reported early on Friday morning on westbound Interstate 68 near the Rice Road overpass in Garrett County. The crash occurred at approximately 1:22 a.m. on January 23 and prompted a response from multiple local fire and EMS units.
Units from CO5, AL43, and CO59 were dispatched to the scene to assist those involved. At least one person was reported injured, although the extent of injuries was not immediately confirmed. Emergency personnel provided on-site medical evaluation and coordinated efforts to secure the crash scene in the early hours of the morning.
Traffic was impacted temporarily in the westbound lanes while responders worked to assess injuries and investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. No details have been released regarding how many vehicles were involved or what factors may have contributed to the crash.
We send our thoughts to those injured and hope for a full and timely recovery.
