Virginia

Driver Killed in Accident at Route 220 and Aviator Dr in Franklin County, VA

Published on: January 8, 2024

Date of Accident
January 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Route 220 Highway, Fincastle, Franklin County, VA, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at Route 220 and Aviator Dr in Franklin County, VA on January 5th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 5:09 a.m. Reports indicate Jeep SUV collided with the rear of an illegally parked tractor-trailer under unclear circumstances. Following the collision, reports say the Jeep caught fire, leaving the driver with fatal injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Virginia State Police
Vehicles Involved
Jeep SUV, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
Route 220 and Aviator Dr
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Jeep SUV collided with the rear of a tractor-trailer allegedly illegally parked in a shoulder

Request a Police Report

Get Police Report

Already have the police report? You might need an "Open Records Packet"

If that's not enough information, you might need an Open Records Packet. An ORP is essentially all evidence that the authorities have collected. It usually contains photos, witness statements, measurements, and more and goes way beyond the police report.

Request an ORP See an Example