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Virginia man dead after head-on accident Wednesday in Franklin County

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A Virginia man died Wednesday after police say his vehicle crossed the center line and hit a Ford Explorer head on in Franklin County.

Andrew C. Robertson, 67, of Pittsville, died at the scene. He was wearing his seatbelt.

The two-car accident happened on Jan. 17 at 6:25 p.m. on Route 40, near Route 946.

Virginia State Police report that a 1995 Honda Accord, driven by Robertson, was traveling east on Route 40 when it crossed the center line.

The driver of the Explorer, Lorenza W. Terry, of Penhook, was transported by helicopter to Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment of her injuries. She was wearing her seatbelt.

The crash remains under investigation.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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