Salisbury, MD (April 13, 2026) – One person died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Saturday evening on East Salisbury Parkway (U.S. Route 50) at Hobbs Road in Salisbury.
The collision happened around 5:29 p.m. on April 11, when a Jeep Compass traveling northbound on Hobbs Road entered the intersection and struck a Toyota Sienna traveling westbound on Route 50. Emergency units responded to the scene and found both vehicles heavily damaged.
Salisbury Fire and EMS personnel provided aid to multiple occupants before transporting all involved to Tidal Health Peninsula Regional for treatment. Authorities later confirmed that 77-year-old Kharon Webster, a passenger in the Jeep Compass, died at the hospital due to injuries sustained in the crash.
No other fatalities were reported. Additional details about the other occupants and their conditions have not been released. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.
How Intersection Crashes on Busy Highways Can Become Severe
Crashes at intersections along major highways often involve vehicles traveling at different speeds and directions. When one vehicle crosses into the path of another, the resulting impact can be significant due to the combined force of both vehicles.
High-traffic routes like U.S. highways can increase the complexity of intersection navigation. Drivers may need to judge gaps in fast-moving traffic while also monitoring signals and cross traffic.
In multi-occupant crashes, emergency response teams typically prioritize rapid medical evaluation and transport. Even when injuries are initially treatable, some conditions may worsen after arrival at the hospital.
