A Maryland State Trooper was struck by a suspected impaired driver this morning while sitting inside his patrol vehicle, according to Maryland State Police.

Per the news release: The accused is identified as Nithya Ramani, 37, of Montgomery Village, Maryland. Ramani was charged with driving under the influence. She was the operator and sole occupant of a red Honda Accord involved in the crash. She was uninjured in the incident.


Monday morning update:Due to utility work, the 8700 block of Bells Mill Road is closed in both directions. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the scene of a collision at 8700 Bells Mill Rd. near Pebble Brook Ln., in the area of Potomac’s Buck Branch Park.


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