Annapolis, MD (June 23, 2026) – A man was killed, and two other people were injured following a serious two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Forest Dr and Quiet Waters Pl in Annapolis on Saturday morning, June 21.
According to the Annapolis Police Department, officers responded to the crash scene at approximately 8:27 a.m. after receiving reports of a serious collision involving a sedan and a pickup truck.
When emergency crews arrived, they found three people injured. Authorities said the woman driving the sedan sustained serious injuries and was transported to a regional Shock Trauma Center for treatment.
A male passenger in the sedan was trapped inside the vehicle and had to be extricated by rescuers. Paramedics performed advanced life-saving measures at the scene, but the man succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The driver of the pickup truck suffered minor injuries and declined transportation to a hospital.
The Annapolis Police Department is continuing to investigate the circumstances that led to the crash. The Annapolis Fire Department, Anne Arundel County Fire Department, and the Maryland State Police Aviation Command assisted at the scene.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased victim and wish the injured woman a full recovery.
Why Side-Impact and Intersection Crashes May Result in Severe Injuries?
Collisions occurring at intersections frequently lead to serious injuries because vehicles strike one another from the side, where occupant protection may be more limited than at the front or rear of a vehicle. The force of impact can be especially severe when vehicles enter an intersection at higher speeds.
Investigators reviewing intersection crashes typically examine traffic controls, vehicle positions, witness statements, roadway conditions, and physical evidence from the scene. They may also analyze vehicle data and surveillance footage when available to determine how the collision occurred.
These investigations help authorities identify contributing factors and improve roadway safety for motorists traveling through busy intersections.
