Pikesville Crash Kills 31-Year-Old Driver on Old Court Road

Collision involving two vehicles leaves one dead, others hospitalized

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A multi-vehicle crash at the intersection of Old Court Road and Harden Lane in Pikesville, Maryland has resulted in the death of a 31-year-old driver. The crash occurred when a 2016 Nissan Rogue traveling westbound crossed the center lane and collided with an oncoming 2018 Audi Q5. The Nissan driver, identified as Sydney Jones, was pronounced dead at the scene, while a juvenile passenger in the Nissan and the Audi driver were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries.

Why it matters

Fatal car crashes are a major public safety concern in the Baltimore region, with authorities working to identify the causes and implement measures to improve road safety. This incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and potential policy changes to prevent such tragedies.

The details

According to the Baltimore County Police Department, officers were called to the scene around 7:30 a.m. on Monday. The 2016 Nissan Rogue was traveling westbound on Old Court Road when it crossed the center lane and struck the oncoming 2018 Audi Q5. The Nissan driver, 31-year-old Sydney Jones, was pronounced dead at the scene. A juvenile passenger in the Nissan and the Audi driver were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries. The Baltimore County Crash Investigation Team is handling the case and plans to release additional details after completing a full reconstruction and review of the crash.

  • The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Monday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Sydney Jones

The 31-year-old driver of the 2016 Nissan Rogue who was killed in the crash.

Baltimore County Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash and urging anyone with information to come forward.

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What they’re saying

“The Baltimore County Crash Investigation Team is handling the case, and the department has urged anyone with information to contact investigators, according to its release shared via the Baltimore County Police account.”

— Baltimore County Police Department (hoodline.com)

What’s next

The Baltimore County Crash Investigation Team plans to release additional details about the crash after completing a full reconstruction and review.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of road safety and the need for continued efforts to identify and address the factors contributing to fatal car crashes in the Baltimore region.