State Police Investigate Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Warren County

Virginia State Police are investigating a tragic two-vehicle crash that occurred late Friday night, resulting in a fatality and serious injuries. The crash occurred on May 17 at approximately 10:50 p.m. on Route 340 (Stonewall Jackson Highway), two-tenths of a mile south of Coppermine Road.

According to the police report, a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu was traveling north on Route 340 when the driver failed to maneuver a curve, causing the vehicle to cross the double-solid yellow centerline. The Malibu collided head-on with a southbound 2011 Toyota Camry.

The driver of the Chevrolet, Cody A. Kanavel, 29, of Front Royal, VA, sustained life-threatening injuries in the collision. He was transported to Warren Memorial Hospital, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. Police confirmed that Kanavel was not wearing a seatbelt during the crash.

The driver of the Toyota, a 59-year-old man from Rileyville, VA, suffered serious injuries and was transported to INOVA Fairfax Hospital for treatment. Authorities reported that he was wearing a seatbelt.

The Virginia State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.