Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Chesterfield County Police Identify Victims of Fatal Crash in Chesterfield County
In a heartbreaking incident that occurred in Chesterfield County, two young sisters lost their lives in a fatal crash on Old Wrexham Road. The tragic event took place in the early hours of Friday morning, shaking the local community to its core.
Details of the Crash
According to the Chesterfield County Police Department, the driver of a 2009 Mercury Mariner was travelling north on Old Wrexham Road near Old Wrexham Place when the vehicle veered off the road and collided with a tree. The impact of the crash was devastating, resulting in the untimely deaths of 5-year-old Ava Turner and 9-year-old Ivey Birch, who were both passengers in the car. The sisters, residents of the 6000 block of Apamatica Lane, were pronounced dead at the scene.
Injuries and Investigation
While the driver, a man who is known to the victims but not related to them, survived the crash, he sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The police investigation revealed that both speed and the failure to ensure proper use of safety restraints were contributing factors to the severity of the accident.
Appeal for Information
The Chesterfield County Police are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the investigation. Witnesses or individuals with relevant details are encouraged to contact the authorities at 804-748-1251. The community’s cooperation is essential in uncovering the full circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and loved ones of Ava Turner and Ivey Birch during this difficult time. May their memories be a source of comfort and strength in the midst of profound loss.
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