Serious Single-Vehicle Crash in Ridge Near Point Lookout Road and Saint Peter Claver Road, October 24, 2026

Two people were rescued after a vehicle crashed into trees near Point Lookout Road and Saint Peter Claver Road in Ridge, St. Mary's County, Maryland, on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The crash occurred at approximately 6:05 p.m., and a medical helicopter was requested for one occupant.

Initial information indicated that the vehicle left the roadway and struck several trees, trapping both people inside. Firefighters and emergency medical personnel found the vehicle off the road amid trees and damaged electrical lines.

Both occupants were conscious and alert during the rescue. Crews opened the vehicle's doors and freed them. Their names and ages were not reported, and the extent of their injuries was not immediately available.

Maryland State Police Aviation Command's Trooper 7 was expected to transport one patient to the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. Responders established a landing zone at St. Michael's School. The available information described the planned transport but did not confirm that the flight occurred.

The crash also brought down live power lines, creating a hazard along the roadway. Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative was contacted, and utility crews were requested to secure the damaged electrical equipment.

An EMS member was injured during the emergency response and was taken to MedStar St. Mary's Hospital for medical care. No further details about that injury were available.

Responders also searched nearby woods after receiving information about a possibly missing juvenile who had been riding a bicycle. The juvenile was later found safe with family.

Multiple fire, rescue and emergency medical units responded. The circumstances leading up to the crash remained under investigation.