Tragic Loss of NIST Engineer in Maryland Crash | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

A beloved father of five and veteran NIST engineer William Vance Payne II was fatally struck by a stolen car carrying seven teens—including a 13-year-old driver—in Germantown, Maryland. The crash has sparked an ongoing investigation, with community hearts shattered as neighbors and colleagues mourn his loss. His family, supported by over $32K raised through a GoFundMe, is focused on healing, while authorities work to determine accountability. Payne’s legacy lives on through his life-saving work in residential HVAC systems and his deep devotion to his faith and family. Listen in comfort:Get a…