Police say driver was speeding and under the influence of alcohol
Frederick, MD (DG) – A crash early Sunday morning In Frederick County claimed the life of a 21-year-old.
Deputies with the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office responded to Gambrill Park Road near Cox Brown Road for an accident at 12:30 AM.
Police say a Toyota Corolla driven by Jonathan Menendez of Frederick was traveling northbound on Gambrill Park Road and drove off the left side of the roadway and struck a tree. Menendez was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators say their initial findings show Menendez was excessively speeding, not wearing a seatbelt, and was under the influence of alcohol.