Crime & Safety
Motorcyclist Dies After Collision On Fairfax County Parkway
Two vehicles were involved in the crash on Thursday night, according to Fairfax County Police.
FAIRFAX STATION, VA — A motorcylist was killed in a crash on the Fairfax County Parkway Thursday, according to police.
The crash happened around 7:55 p.m. at Fairfax County Parkway and Popes Head Road in Fairfax Station. Police say a 2003 Nissan Maxima driver heading north on the Fairfax County Parkway attempted a left turn onto westbound Popes Head Road on a flashing yellow signal. The motorcycle was heading on the Fairfax County Parkway on a green signal and struck the car.
The motorcyclist was thrown from the vehicle and pronounced dead on the scene. The victim was identified as Joshua Baldwin, 37, of Rose Hill.
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The car driver and a passenger had minor injuries and remained on the scene. Detectives believe speed may have been a factor in the crash for the motorcycle.
The crash temporarily closed southbound Fairfax County Parkway and diverted traffic to Braddock Road. All lanes have reopened.
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Anyone with information about the crash is asked to call Fairfax County Police at 703-280-0543.
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