Nanjemoy, MD – On Friday, Sept. 7, at approximately 2:54 p.m., troopers from the Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack responded to a reported motor vehicle collision in the area of eastbound MD Rt. 6 (Port Tobacco Road) east of Spike Virginia Place, Nanjemoy, MD.
Upon arrival, Troopers observed the driver, Dedric Kenya Ross, from Upper Marlboro, being treated by EMS personnel. A preliminary investigation by Troopers indicated the vehicle was traveling eastbound MD Rt. 6 and for unknown reasons, Ross drove off the roadway, struck a pole, was ejected from the motorcycle, and consequently struck a tree. After all medical treatment efforts were unsuccessful, Ross was pronounced deceased on scene by EMS personnel.
Anyone who may have witnessed or who has information regarding the above mentioned incident is asked to contact the La Plata Barrack Duty Officer at (301) 392-1200. The investigation is continuing and being investigated by the Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack.
NANJEMOY, Md. – Sept. 7, 3:49 p.m., the Charles County Sheriff’s Office advised that Port Tobacco Roadd has been closed between 1835 to 1906 due to a motorcycle accident. CCSO and MSP on scene, expect delays.