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Virginia State Police: Pedestrian struck, killed on Interstate 64

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A pedestrian is dead after a crash on Interstate 64 eastbound in Chesapeake early this morning, according to Virginia State Police.

Cliff O. Garris, 51, of Portsmouth, died at the scene.

The fatal accident occurred at 6:53 a.m. near the 299 mile marker in the city.

Garris was struck by a Honda Civic, driven by Ilsia Mendoza, of Central Islip, New York.

Mendoza remained at the scene, according to VSP, and has been charged with failure to maintain control.

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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