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Lynchburg: Motorcycle operator dead; Tesla driver sought for hit and run

Crystal Graham

The Tesla has been located, and the driver is fully cooperating with the investigation, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

 

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Driver of white Tesla wanted for questioning in Lynchburg fatal hit-and-run accident. Image courtesy Lynchburg Police Department.

A 28-year-old man is dead after his motorcycle crashed in Lynchburg on Friday, and the initial police investigation points to a hit and run involving a white Tesla.

Brandon Salvia, of Amherst, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

Officers are currently seeking information regarding a white Tesla with black rims and dark tinted windows that may have been involved in the crash.

Units from the Lynchburg fire and police departments responded to the fatal crash site in the 100 block of Enterprise Drive at 2:07 p.m. today.

The motorcycle left the roadway and struck a tree.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant dash camera footage is asked to call (434) 455-6047.

 

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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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