Three people were killed and two others were injured after a collision involving two cars and a motorcycle in Adelphi late Tuesday, authorities said. Officers with the Prince George’s County Police Department responded to the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Metzerott Road at about 11:25 p.m..
What happened
Police say the motorcyclist and two occupants of one of the cars were pronounced dead at the scene. Two people from the remaining vehicle were taken to a nearby hospital with injuries described as non‑life‑threatening. Investigators remained on the scene into the early morning, and the cause of the crash is under active review.
- Location: New Hampshire Avenue at Metzerott Road, Adelphi
- Time reported: about 11:25 p.m. Tuesday
- Vehicles involved: two cars and a motorcycle
- Casualties: 3 dead, 2 injured (non‑life‑threatening)
- Road closure: New Hampshire Avenue closed for several hours; reopened after 5 a.m.
Scene details and immediate impact
Photos and accounts from the scene describe heavy damage: one car reportedly left the roadway and struck a fence, while the motorcycle was left badly mangled in the intersection. Authorities closed New Hampshire Avenue in both directions overnight; traffic was redirected and the roadway reopened in the early hours of Wednesday after investigators completed their on‑scene work.
| Outcome | Count |
|---|---|
| Fatalities | 3 |
| Injured (non‑life‑threatening) | 2 |
| Vehicles involved | 2 cars, 1 motorcycle |
Context
Prince George’s County police confirmed the crash and said the investigation remains ongoing. Officials have not released the names of the victims. Media reports noted this was the second fatal motorcycle collision in the county in the same week, underscoring concerns about motorcycle safety and intersection collisions in the area.
As investigators continue to piece together what led to the crash, drivers in and around Adelphi should expect periodic traffic disruptions and follow directions from law enforcement at the scene.
If you witnessed the collision or have dashcam footage, Prince George’s County police urge you to contact their investigators to assist with the inquiry.
