RAWLINGS, MD – A devastating motor vehicle collision on McMullen Highway (Route 220) in the Rawlings area resulted in the deaths of two local residents. The incident occurred on Monday, July 1, 2024, and involved two vehicles with each driver trapped inside upon the arrival of emergency services.
The deceased were identified as 35-year-old Zachary Michael Robinson and 41-year-old Laura Michelle Wilson, both from Rawlings, Maryland. Despite the life-saving efforts of law enforcement and emergency personnel, both Robinson and Wilson succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office has handed over the collision investigation to their specialized Crash Team. Additional support is being provided by the Cumberland City Police Crash Team and drone pilots from Mountain Maryland Search and Rescue.
Authorities are urging anyone who directly witnessed the collision to come forward. Witnesses are requested to contact Senior Deputy Plummer or Senior Deputy Martel at 301-777-1585 to aid in the ongoing investigation.
