“Fatal Crash in Botetourt County Claims Life of Mark Alan Simpson”

On July 14, a fatal two-vehicle crash occurred in Botetourt County, Virginia. Virginia State Police are investigating the incident, which took place on Route 11, just south of Mountain Pass Road.

The crash involved a 2000 Dodge Ram traveling north on Route 11 and a 2001 Ford F-250 pulling a cattle trailer, traveling south. Tragically, the Dodge crossed the center-line and collided head-on with the Ford.

The driver of the Dodge, identified as 62-year-old Mark Alan Simpson from Fincastle, Virginia, was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. He was transported to Roanoke Memorial Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The Ford was driven by 61-year-old Jeffrey M. Camper from Buchanan, Virginia. Both Camper and a female passenger were wearing their seatbelts and were taken to Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Unfortunately, several cattle in the trailer sustained severe injuries and had to be euthanized.

The Virginia State Police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the factors that led to this tragic accident. It serves as a reminder of the importance of wearing seatbelts and exercising caution while driving, as these measures can significantly reduce the risk of severe injuries or fatalities in the event of a collision.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the investigation. The details and evidence gathered will shed light on the circumstances surrounding the crash and help prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of Mark Alan Simpson and hopes for a swift recovery for Jeffrey M. Camper and his passenger..