HOLLYWOOD, St. Mary's County, Md., Nov. 10, 2026 — At least one person was injured and became trapped in a vehicle on Saturday afternoon, November 7, in a crash at South Sandgates Road and Three Notch Road, according to Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department dispatch logs.
The crash was reported shortly before 5:40 p.m. at the intersection in Hollywood, Maryland. Dispatch records describe it as a motor vehicle collision with entrapment and injuries, meaning at least one occupant needed to be freed from a vehicle.
A large response was sent to the scene, including a medic unit, two squad companies, two ambulances and two state police units. The number of vehicles involved and the extent of injuries have not been released.
No information on possible causes, including speed or impairment, has been released. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Maryland
This crash happened at South Sandgates Road and Three Notch Road in Hollywood, Maryland. Our Maryland intersections page covers intersection crashes across Maryland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
Many serious crashes occur at intersections, where vehicles cross paths or turn across oncoming traffic, increasing the chance of a collision.
How can drivers reduce their crash risk?
Slowing down at intersections, scanning cross streets before proceeding, and staying alert for other vehicles can help drivers react in time to avoid a crash.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Common injuries include cuts, broken bones, head and neck injuries, and in crashes involving entrapment, more serious trauma that requires extrication by rescue crews.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Common causes include distracted driving, speeding, failure to yield at intersections, and impaired driving, though the cause of any specific crash is determined by investigators.
