Home State Police: Weather, downed tree likely cause of fatal crash in Buckingham County
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State Police: Weather, downed tree likely cause of fatal crash in Buckingham County

Crystal Graham
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Nasty weather likely played a factor in a fatal crash on Monday in Buckingham County, according to a report from Virginia State Police.

Demita Joann Jackson, 64, of Dillwyn, died at the scene.

Jackson struck the upper branches of a downed tree that was partially obstructing Constitution Road, approximately 0.2 miles north of Slate River Mill Road.

The crash occurred just after 8 p.m. on Monday night. The preliminary investigation found the accident was likely the result of low visibility and adverse weather conditions.

Jackson was the sole occupant of the vehicle. According to VSP, she lost control of her Chevrolet Equinox, ran off the right side of the road and struck another tree.

Jackson was wearing a seatbelt.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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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