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Motorcycle crash on Interstate 66 Sunday claims life of Fairfax County man

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A Virginia man is dead after he lost control of his motorcycle while attempting to access Interstate 66 in Fairfax County on Sunday.

Michael J. Monroe, 43, of Fairfax, died at the scene, according to Virginia State Police.

The fatal accident occurred Sunday at 12:36 p.m. on the entrance ramp from Route 28 south to the I-66 express lanes.

His motorcycle was on the entrance ramp when it lost control, went off of the left side of the road and struck the jersey wall twice.

Monroe was separated from the motorcycle and went over the jersey wall and fell about 40 feet onto a grassy area.

The crash remains under investigation by VSP.

 

 

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

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