Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving a motorcycle and a dump truck on Monday, July 24 around 4:30pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the collision occurred on Ridge Rd and Hawkes Rd in Damascus, close to Cedar Grove Elementary School, and involved one person trapped under the truck. EMS evaluated one adult with Priority 2 trauma.
According to MCPD, “Ridge Rd. is closed at Hawkes Rd. as the result of a traffic collision. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.” We will post an update when additional information becomes available.
RT @mcfrsPIO7 Ridge Rd at Hawkes Rd (Damascus) Dump Truck/Motorcycle collision. One trapped under the truck. Ridge Rd (Rt.27) closed in both directions. @mcfrs on scene @mcfrsnews pic.twitter.com/e4EJzrmzrD
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) July 24, 2023