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Virginia State Police: Speed, alcohol factors in fatal single-vehicle crash

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A Virginia man died after a single-vehicle crash Saturday night on Route 39 in Bath County.

Keswick Forrest Phillips, 51, of Warm Springs, died at the scene. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

Speed and alcohol were factors in the crash, according to Virginia State Police.

The crash occurred at 9:25 p.m., two miles east of Route 600.

Phillips ran off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree, VSP said.

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

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