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Winchester man dead after crash on Route 17 in Fauquier County

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A crash on Friday afternoon in Fauquier County killed a 60-year-old Winchester man, according to Virginia State Police.

Frankie L. Fincham, 60, died at the scene. A medical emergency is considered a factor in the crash.

The crash occurred at 12:10 p.m. on Winchester Road, a tenth of a mile south of Route 55.

Fincham’s Dodge Ram was traveling south on Route 17 when it crossed the center line and collided head on with a northbound Ford F-150.

The driver of the Ford, a 45-year-old unidentified male from Silver Spring, Md., was not injured in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

 

 
 

 




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Crystal Graham

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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]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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