Crime & Safety
Car Catches Fire In Fatal Lake Jackson Drive Crash: Police
A driver died in a crash in which the vehicle flipped over and caught fire, according to Prince William County Police.
MANASSAS, VA — A car ignited in a fatal crash on Lake Jackson Drive in the Manassas area of Prince William County Saturday, according to police.
The single-vehicle crash happened around 11:51 p.m. Saturday on Lake Jackson Drive near Blandsford Drive. Prince William County Police say a 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI heading north on Lake Jackson Drive veered in both directions before leaving the roadway. It continued into a field and struck a utility pole, leading the vehicle to flip over several times and ignite.
The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene and taken to the medical examiner for identification. The identity will be released after next-of-kin notification.
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No other vehicles or occupants were involved in the crash. Police believe speed contributed to the crash.
Crash investigators are seeking information from witnesses. Contact the Prince William County Police Department tip line at 703-792-7000 or pwcva.gov/policetip.
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