CATONSVILLE, Md. — What should be a quiet residential corner has turned into a recurring nightmare for one Baltimore County homeowner.
Krista Cantafio says vehicles have crashed onto her property eight times over the past two years, leaving behind damaged landscaping, destroyed mailboxes, and growing concerns about public safety.
According to Cantafio, the crashes happen at a sharp turn along Kenwood Avenue where drivers often approach at high speeds and fail to navigate the curve safely.
“It’s become a constant problem,” she said, explaining that each incident brings new damage and another cleanup effort.
Repeated Crashes Leave Property Damaged
Cantafio says her yard has become an unintended landing spot for out-of-control vehicles. Over the past two years, she has replaced multiple mailboxes and watched sections of her lawn deteriorate from repeated impacts.
The homeowner says the issue goes beyond property damage.
Residents in the neighborhood have expressed concerns about pedestrian safety, especially for people walking dogs or children playing nearby.
Safety Measures Have Had Limited Impact
Several attempts have been made to reduce speeding and improve safety along the roadway.
Traffic cones and large rocks have been placed near the property, while rumble strips were installed further up the road to encourage drivers to slow down before reaching the curve.
Despite those efforts, Cantafio says the crashes continue.
She believes many drivers fail to realize the road ends in a sharp 90-degree turn. By the time they notice it, they brake suddenly but are unable to stay on the roadway.
County Reviewing Additional Solutions
Local transportation officials have acknowledged ongoing concerns about safety along Kenwood Avenue and say another traffic safety assessment is now planned.
The review is expected to examine factors such as crash history, vehicle speeds, and traffic volume in the area. Officials will use the findings to determine whether additional safety improvements are needed.
Potential measures could include enhanced warning signs, roadway modifications, or other traffic-calming solutions designed to reduce the risk of future crashes.
Community Hopes for a Permanent Fix
For Cantafio, the goal is simple: prevent the next crash before someone gets seriously hurt.
After years of dealing with damaged property and repeated close calls, she hopes new safety measures will finally address the problem and make the neighborhood safer for residents, pedestrians, and drivers alike.
As officials begin their latest review, nearby homeowners will be watching closely to see whether long-term changes can finally put an end to the crashes.
