LOTHIAN, Anne Arundel County, Md., Oct. 29, 2026 — A 61-year-old Shady Side man died in a head-on crash before dawn on Tuesday, October 27, near West Bay Front Road and Fishers Station Road in southern Anne Arundel County. A 19-year-old driver was airlifted to a hospital.
The crash happened around 6:35 a.m., according to the Anne Arundel County Police Department. A westbound 2019 Ford F-150 reportedly crossed the double yellow centerline and struck an eastbound 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe head-on. The pickup was driven by a 19-year-old from Tracys Landing, and the Hyundai was driven by a 61-year-old from Shady Side.
Fire department paramedics pronounced the 61-year-old dead at the scene. The 19-year-old was flown by a Maryland State Police helicopter to an area hospital and was reported in stable condition. The hospital has not been identified, and no name has been released for the teen driver.
The department's Crash Reconstruction Team was called in to process the scene and is now looking into what led to the crash. What caused the pickup to cross the centerline has not been made public, and it is not yet known whether any charges are expected.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
Intersection Crashes in MD
This fatal crash happened at West Bay Front Road and Fishers Station Road in Lothian, Maryland. Our Maryland intersections page covers intersection crashes across Maryland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a crash involving a pickup truck or larger vehicle?
Call 911, stay at the scene if it's safe, and get medical care even if injuries seem minor. Exchange information and let police document the scene before vehicles are moved, if possible.
What are common injuries in head-on collisions?
Head-on crashes commonly cause chest and abdominal trauma, broken bones, head injuries and spinal injuries, since both vehicles' forward motion combines on impact.
Why do pickups and larger vehicles need more room to stop or maneuver?
Heavier vehicles carry more momentum and take longer to slow down or steer out of danger, so drivers sharing the road with them should leave extra following distance and avoid sudden lane changes nearby.
Can driver fatigue play a role in early-morning crashes like this one?
Yes. Crashes before dawn commonly involve drowsy or distracted driving, though fatigue has not been cited as a factor in this crash and remains under investigation.
