UPDATE: February 4, 2025
Fatal Motorcycle Accident Under Investigation in Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA – The victim of the motorcycle accident on US 501 South that occurred on February 2 has been identified as 37-year-old Theodore Edward Dow of Bedford. Our condolences go out to his family during this difficult time.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 2, 2025
Fatal Motorcycle Accident Under Investigation in Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA – The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) is investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred earlier today. At approximately 5:21 PM, officers from the LPD and personnel from the Lynchburg Fire Department responded to a crash in the southbound lanes of U.S. 501, just before the Wards Road exit.
The accident involved a motorcycle operated by an adult male, who was the sole rider. Tragically, he succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
The cause of the accident remains under active investigation by the Lynchburg Police Department. Additional details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families affected by this tragic incident.
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