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Henry County | Head-on crash kills 36-year-old Martinsville woman

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A head-on collision in Henry County claimed the life of a 36-year-old woman from Martinsville on Monday.

Gloria Jaan Narsis Bednorski died at the scene; she was traveling in the wrong lane when the crash occurred.

According to Virginia State Police, Bednorski’s Honda Civic was traveling west in the eastbound lanes of Stultz Road at 7:50 p.m. last night.

Bednorski’s vehicle struck a Chevrolet Tahoe head on, one tenth of a mile east of Virginia Avenue.

The driver of the Tahoe was not identified; it is unknown if there were any injuries sustained.

The two-vehicle 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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