Second Driver Succumbs To Injuries From Wrong-Way Fatal Collision, Alcohol Involved

WALDORF, Md. — A second driver involved in a head-on collision earlier this month has died from his injuries, according to Maryland State Police.

David Ross, 47, of Swan Point, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. The collision, which happened on Maryland Route 228 near Sharpersville Road, occurred on Monday, April 1, 2024, at approximately 11:03 p.m.

Preliminary investigations by the MSP La Plata Barrack and the Collision Reconstruction Specialist suggest that a Chevrolet Malibu, driven by Melody Williams Robinson, 42, of Waldorf, was traveling in the wrong direction on Route 228. Robinson’s vehicle collided head-on with Ross’ Ford F-150 in the westbound lane.

Robinson was pronounced dead at the scene. The preliminary investigation indicates that alcohol impairment and driver error were factors in the collision.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to contact the Duty Officer at the MSP La Plata Barrack at (301) 392-1200.

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