Nov 18, 2021, News VSP News Release
Virginia State Police Trooper A. Dean is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash in Rockingham County. The crash occurred November 18, 2021, at 7:02 a.m. along the 600 block of Route 649 (Island Ford Rd).
A 2004 Oldsmobile Alero was traveling west on Rt. 649 when it rear-ended a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado that was stopped to make a left turn. The Chevrolet then caught fire.
The driver of Oldsmobile, a 26-year-old male, of Bridgewater, Va., suffered serious injuries in the crash and was flown to UVA Medical Center for treatment. The male was not wearing a seatbelt.
The driver of the Chevrolet, an 84-year-old male, of Elkton, Va., died at the scene of the crash as a result of his injuries sustained in the crash. The male was wearing a seatbelt.
Charges are pending as the crash remains under investigation.
