Frederick Police Investigating Fatal Crash Following Traffic Stop

Frederick, MD – The Frederick Police Department is actively investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred early on Thursday, April 9, 2026. The crash, which involved multiple individuals and resulted in fatalities, took place in the vicinity of S. East Street and the roundabout. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office initially requested police assistance at the scene.

According to information released by the Frederick Police Department, the collision resulted in the deaths of two individuals: Donte Jerron Dejesus Jr., a 20-year-old resident of Hanover, Maryland, and Amori Elona Terrell, a 19-year-old from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Families of the deceased have been notified. In addition to the fatalities, a third person involved in the crash sustained critical injuries and is receiving medical attention. A fourth individual was transported to a local hospital and is currently reported in stable condition. The crash investigation is ongoing, and the Frederick Police Department is handling the reconstruction of the incident.

The circumstances surrounding the crash indicate that it occurred subsequent to an attempted traffic stop initiated by the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office. Further details regarding the events that led up to the collision remain under investigation. The Frederick Police Department has stated that no additional information will be released at this time due to the active nature of the investigation. Any inquiries concerning the specific events preceding the crash are being directed to the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.

Residents of Frederick and surrounding areas may be impacted by increased traffic disruptions and ongoing police activity as the investigation continues. While the full scope of the incident’s impact is still being determined, authorities are working to ascertain all contributing factors.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the Frederick Police Department.

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