Lothian Driver Strikes Deer, Car Rolls Over: Police

LOTHIAN, MD — A Lothian driver was seriously injured Saturday afternoon when she first struck a deer on the highway and then crashed into a tree, officials say.

The one-vehicle accident happened after 3 p.m. in the area of Mt. Zion Road (MD 408) near Ed Prout Road. Anne Arundel County Police say a 2004 Hyundai Elantra driven by Lisa Marie Scott, 44, of Berts Drive, was westbound on Mt. Zion Marlboro Road when it struck a deer. From there, Scott's car veered off the road, struck a tree, and rolled over.

A medical helicopter flew Scott to Shock Trauma Center for a possible head injury. Saturday night she was listed in serious, but stable condition.

There was no indication of excessive speed or alcohol use, police say.

Traffic Safety is assisting Southern District with the investigation.