The Port of Baltimore community is mourning the reported deaths of Brian Miller, the Maryland Port Administration’s deputy executive director for operations and logistics, and his wife, Kim Miller, following a car crash in Harford County, Maryland.

Their reported deaths have brought sadness to colleagues, friends, and members of the wider Maryland maritime community, where Brian Miller held an important leadership role.

Details of the Fatal Harford County Crash

According to Maryland State Police, the collision happened at approximately 7:19 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, near the intersection of Jarrettsville Pike and Hess Road in Harford County.

Investigators’ preliminary findings indicate that Kim Miller was driving a Volvo XC60 eastbound on Hess Road, with Brian Miller travelling as a passenger. Their vehicle collided with a southbound Volkswagen Passat.

The Millers were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel.

The Volkswagen was driven by 19-year-old Matthew Thomson Howard Waylett of Monkton, Maryland. He sustained injuries and was transported to a trauma centre by the Maryland State Police Aviation Command.

Police have indicated that speed may have contributed to the collision. However, investigators have not established which vehicle was travelling too fast or whether other circumstances contributed to the crash.

The Maryland State Police Crash Team is continuing to investigate.

Brian Miller’s Career and Contributions to the Port of Baltimore

Brian Miller dedicated more than 26 years of his professional life to the Maryland Port Administration, becoming a respected figure within Baltimore’s maritime and transportation community.

He joined the administration in 2000 as operations manager for Maryland International Terminals. Through years of service and professional advancement, he took on increasingly significant responsibilities.

His career included approximately ten years as general manager of port operations and five years as director of operations. He also served as acting executive director between June 2023 and February 2024.

Since 2020, he had served as deputy executive director for operations and logistics, helping oversee important aspects of port operations, security, engineering, and related administrative functions.

A Baltimore native, Miller graduated from Loyola Blakefield High School before attending McDaniel College. He also served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve, achieving the rank of captain.

His professional journey reflected a longstanding commitment to maritime operations and the development of one of Maryland’s most important economic institutions.

Remembering Kim Miller and Their Family

Kim Miller was also closely connected to the Port of Baltimore community. According to the Maryland Port Administration, she regularly accompanied her husband to port events and had become a familiar and valued presence among colleagues and associates.

The couple are survived by their two adult children, Trent and Rylee, as well as Brian’s mother, Mary Carol, affectionately known as Sam, who was also a former Maryland Port Administration employee.

Their deaths represent a deeply personal loss for their family and a significant loss for the wider port community.

Port of Baltimore Community Pays Tribute

Following confirmation of the deaths, Port of Baltimore officials expressed their sorrow and extended condolences to the Miller family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing the couple.

The administration remembered Brian for his dedication, leadership, and contributions throughout his decades of service. Kim was also recognised for her longstanding connection to the organisation and the support she showed throughout her husband’s career.

Investigation Continues

As family members and colleagues begin to process the loss, the Maryland State Police Crash Team continues working to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision.

Authorities have asked anyone who witnessed the crash to contact the Bel Air Barrack at 410-879-2101.

Brian and Kim Miller will be remembered by their loved ones and the Port of Baltimore community for their contributions, relationships, and the years they shared together.