MD Man Andrew Schmier ID’d As Victim In Sunday Millersville Fatal Motorcycle Crash

MILLERSVILLE, MD. (THECOUNT) —Anne Arundel County Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that took the life of Andrew Peter Schmier, of Millersville, Maryland, on the afternoon of December 8, 2024. The incident unfolded on Dicus Mill Road, near the intersections of Burns Crossing Road and Gambrills Road, marking another tragic chapter in road safety concerns within the county.

At approximately 2:50 p.m., emergency services were summoned to the scene where they found that a 2007 Honda CBR motorcycle, ridden by Schmier, 25, had met with a devastating accident. Schmier was navigating the motorcycle eastward when he lost control while taking a bend, leading to the bike skidding into the opposite westbound lane. There, it collided head-on with a 2023 Kia Sorento driven by a 38-year-old individual from Glen Burnie.

The impact was catastrophic for Schmier, who was pronounced dead at the scene by members of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department, highlighting the immediate dangers of motorcycle riding, especially on roads with sharp curves. The driver of the Kia, although fortunate to have sustained only minor injuries, was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and evaluation, underscoring the less severe but still significant impact on those involved in such accidents.

The crash has reignited discussions on road safety protocols, particularly focusing on motorcycle safety. Investigators from the Anne Arundel County Police Department are meticulously examining the circumstances leading up to the crash, including road conditions, speed, and potential mechanical failures of the motorcycle. They are also looking into whether Schmier was wearing protective gear, a factor known to influence the outcome of such accidents.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the perils motorcyclists face daily, prompting calls for enhanced safety measures like better road signage, education on motorcycle handling, and awareness among car drivers regarding motorcyclists. The community is mourning the loss of Schmier, who was described by friends and family as an avid motorcyclist with a passion for the open road.

The investigation by the Anne Arundel County Police continues, with the Traffic Safety Section leading efforts to piece together the sequence of events to prevent future tragedies. No further details have been released as the investigation is still in its early stages, but the community has started to rally in support of road safety initiatives, with some proposing memorial rides or safety workshops in Schmier’s honor.

Severn is a census-designated place in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. According to the 2020 U.S. census, the population of Severn is 57,118, a 22.6% increase from 44,231 in 2010. The zip code is 21144.

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