Why are Accidents Frequent in Fort Washington?

Drivers across Fort Washington encounter surface streets, highways, and the occasional rural roads. In 2017, 99 people died in car accidents in Prince George’s County, and five of those victims died in Fort Washington. As more cars are added to the roads of Maryland, these accidents will naturally increase. In 2020, $325 million in damages were caused by fatal accidents in Maryland involving motorcyclists, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Drivers and passengers suffered from $433 million in damages across the state.