A Lynchburg man died Friday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on Wards Road in Campbell County, Virginia State Police announced.
The fatal collision occurred just after 1 p.m. at the intersection of Wards Road and McDaniel Lane.
According to state police, a truck towing a trailer was slowing in the southbound lanes of Wards Road in preparation for a left turn when it was rear-ended by an SUV.
The impact caused the SUV to run off the right side of the road and into a ditch.
The driver of the SUV, identified as 57-year-old Jay I. Martin of Lynchburg, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police confirmed that Martin was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
No other individuals were reported injured in the incident.
Virginia State Police is continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
At this time, authorities have not released further details on the condition of the truck driver.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward.
This tragic accident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving, especially when approaching slower-moving vehicles.
The crash remains under investigation, and additional updates may be provided as more information becomes available.
For now, local authorities are extending their condolences to the family of Jay I. Martin during this difficult time.
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