Fatal Crash on St. Patrick's Drive in Waldorf

Passenger killed, driver seriously injured in high-speed collision

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:14am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged car part, such as a broken side mirror or cracked headlight lens, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a serious car crash.The aftermath of a high-speed collision on a Waldorf street exposes the physical toll of reckless driving.Waldorf Today

A fatal car crash occurred on April 8 in Waldorf, Maryland, when a speeding white Genesis SUV struck the rear of a gray Honda SUV, causing both vehicles to spin into the median. The front seat passenger of the Honda SUV was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver was seriously injured and flown to a hospital. The driver of the Genesis SUV was also transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of traffic safety in the Waldorf community. The Charles County Sheriff's Office is investigating the crash and seeking any witnesses or information from the public to determine the cause and circumstances.

The details

According to the preliminary investigation, the driver of the gray Honda SUV had just exited a car wash and was in the far-right acceleration lane when the white Genesis SUV, reportedly traveling at a high rate of speed, struck the Honda SUV in the rear, causing both vehicles to spin into the median.

  • The incident occurred on April 8 at 6 p.m.
  • The Charles County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene at 155 St. Patrick's Drive in Waldorf.

The players

Godfrey Derlonard Scarlett

A 68-year-old passenger from Virginia who was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The driver of the Honda SUV

A 63-year-old female from Waldorf who was flown to a hospital with serious injuries.

The driver of the Genesis SUV

A 50-year-old male from Waldorf who was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone who has information about this crash is asked to contact PFC Dove at 301-609-6225.”

— Diane Richardson, Media Relations

What’s next

The Charles County Sheriff's Office is continuing the investigation into the cause and circumstances of the fatal crash.

The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe and responsible driving, especially on busy roads like St. Patrick's Drive in Waldorf. The community is urged to come forward with any information that could aid the ongoing investigation and help prevent similar accidents in the future.