Front Royal driver succumbs to injuries at Warren Memorial
~ Press release provided by Virginia State Police
WARREN COUNTY, May 20 — Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash in Warren County. The crash occurred Friday, May 17, at 10:50 p.m. on Route 340 (Stone Wall Jackson Hwy), two-tenths of a mile south of Coppermine Road.
A 2014 Chevrolet Malibu was traveling north on Route 340 when it failed to maneuver a curve, crossed a double solid yellow centerline, and collided head-on with a southbound 2011 Toyota Camry.
The driver of the Chevrolet, Cody A. Kanavel, 29, of Front Royal, Va., suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to Warren Memorial Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. He was not wearing a seatbelt.
The driver of Toyota, a 59-year-old male from Rileyville, Va., suffered serious injuries and was transported to INOVA Fairfax Hospital for treatment. He was wearing a seatbelt.
The crash remains under investigation.
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How many more deaths must occur on route 340 before it is made into 4 lanes?
Maybe put up some lights every mile ?
Turning 340 into a four lane highway would destroy the area. More traffic–more trucks- more warehouses -more people. I drive 340 quite a bit. Almost always there is at least one vehicle who thinks he is at Daytona.The solution needs to be more police patrols and very stiff fines for aggresive drivers. Strict enforcement can improve safety and preserve the Valley.