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Fauquier County: Police search for two drivers in fatal pedestrian crash

Crystal Graham
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Updated Nov. 10, 8:02 p.m.

Virginia State Police released the name of the pedestrian struck in Fauquier County on Friday night.

Garland J. Heddings, 73, of Catlett, died at the scene.

Police believe the Nissan SUV involved in the accident was a 2001-2003 Nissan Frontier truck.

Police continue to search for both drivers involved in the accident.

 

Published Nov. 8, 10:08 p.m.

Virginia State Police are asking the public for help identifying two drivers who struck a pedestrian in Fauquier County Friday night and left the scene.

The fatal crash occurred at 5:47 p.m. on Route 806 (Elk Run Road) at Flippo Lane.

An adult male was walking eastbound across Route 806 when he was struck by a northbound SUV. The pedestrian was then struck by an unknown southbound vehicle.  Both vehicles left the scene.

The pedestrian, whose name has not been released, died at the scene.

The initial striking vehicle is believed to be a late 1990s to early 2000s silver Nissan SUV. The Nissan should have front-end damage.

The unknown southbound vehicle may also have damage to the front end.

Police are looking for the public to help identify both drivers in the accident.

The crash remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Virginia State Police Senior Trooper J. Tanner at (540) 347-6200 or email [email protected]

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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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