Maryland Department of Transportation Provides Ongoing Fatal Crash Updates During Summer Travel Season

GLEN BURNIE, Md. (June 16, 2026) – The Maryland Department of Transportation is Serious About Safety and launching, in partnership with the Maryland State Police, a joint summer initiative to publish fatal motor vehicle crashes statistics from across the State. The campaign aims to raise public awareness of roadway fatalities and encourage safe driving habits during the peak summer travel season, also known as the 100 deadliest days.

The summer months historically bring increased traffic volumes and crashes, as residents and visitors travel for vacations, holidays and recreational activities. To ensure everyone reaches their destination safely, Maryland state troopers and transportation officials encourage all motorists to:

• Obey posted speed limits and slow down, especially in work zones.
• Move over for any vehicle with flashing lights, or slow down if you cannot safely change lanes.
• Avoid distractions while driving – including phones, passengers and any activity that takes your attention away from the road ahead.
• Never drive impaired by alcohol or drugs.
• Wear seat belts on every trip, in the front seat and back seat.
• Share the road with pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists.
• Avoid aggressive driving and give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your destination.

Fatal Crash Summary

Reporting Period: June 1 – June 15, 2026

During this reporting period, there were 13 fatalities across the state. As of June 15, 2026, 163 people have lost their lives on Maryland roadways this year, compared to 200 at this time last year

Each fatal crash represents a life lost on Maryland’s roadways. The table below represents all reported fatal crashes throughout the state. Data is preliminary and subject to change.

Learn more about the Highway Safety Office and Maryland’s safety efforts at ZeroDeathsMD.gov or on Facebook, X, and Instagram at @ZeroDeathsMD 

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