VSP: One dead after Sunday motorcycle crash in Scott County
SCOTT COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Virginia State Police (VSP) is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Sunday at 5:05 p.m. in Scott County.
According to VSP, a 2002 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle attempted to pass multiple vehicles while heading westbound on Route 58 when it struck a 1997 Buick Century that was making a left turn. The crash occurred at the intersection with Route 884.
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The driver of the motorcycle was identified as Jeffery L. Delph, 63, of Jonesville, Va. He was transported to an area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. He was wearing a helmet.
The driver of the Century was not injured, VSP reports.
The crash remains under investigation.
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