Derek Anthony Colquitt, 47, and Jeri Lanelle Whorton, 34, killed in motorcycle crash on U.S. Route 301 in Waldorf, Maryland

Modified Date: 
Tue, 06/18/2019 - 4:42pm
Accident Date: 
Sunday, May 3, 2015

DC Junk Yard Band member killed in fiery motorcycle crash

Police say an investigation revealed that speed was a factor in the crash. Whorton was not wearing an approved motorcycle helmet, police said. 

2 Killed After Motorcycle Crashed Into Vehicle

Police say Colquitt was driving southbound on U.S. Route 301 and speed played a factor in the crash.

Junkyard Band Manager Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Md.

Colquitt, also known as “House,” was the bass player and manager of the legendary go-go band, which was founded in Southeast D.C. in the early 1980’s.

Wikipedia: Junk Yard Band

The band was formed in 1980 by children, ranging in age from 8 to 13, living in the Barry Farm government housing project inWashington, D.C.. They were inspired to play after witnessing the performances of local go-go bands in their neighborhood.

Junkyard Band Bassist, “House,” Died in a Motorcycle Crash Yesterday

It's now famous for high-octane live performances and singles like "Sardines," released by Def Jam in 1986, and 1994's "Loose Booty."

DC Junk Yard Band Member and His Passenger Killed in Waldorf Motorcycle Crash

Anyone who may have witnessed this crash is asked to contact the Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack at (301) 392-1200. 

Two people died Sunday after a motorcycle collision with a pickup truck in Waldorf. Derek Anthony Colquitt, 47, of D.C. and Jeri Lanelle Whorton, 34, of White Plains, Md., were riding a 2013 Harley which struck the back of a 2009 Dodge Ram on U.S. Route 301. Colquitt was driving the motorcycle and was pronounced deceased at the crash site. Whorton was taken to a hospital where she died. 

People Involved: 
Derek Anthony Colquitt
Jeri Lanelle Whorton
Roadway: 
U.S. Route 301

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To both family's may they rest in peace and sorry for the loss love to both family's.

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