Virginia State Police have released the name of the victim in Friday morning’s fatal two-vehicle crash in Smyth County.
John C. Couch, 41, of Marion, died at the scene.
The accident occurred at 9:30 a.m. on Route 16 near the intersection with Old Prater Road.
According to police, Couch, in a Toyota Scion, was traveling southbound on Route 16 when it crossed the center line. A Dodge Ram travelling northbound tried to avoid the Scion, but the two collided head on.
The driver of the Dodge was taken to Smyth County Hospital with minor injuries.
The crash remains under investigation.
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