Home Update: State Police identify victim in fatal crash in Smyth County
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Update: State Police identify victim in fatal crash in Smyth County

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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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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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