Fatal crash closes portion of Lee Jackson Highway in Bedford Co.

Route 501 is now back open

BIG ISLAND, Va. – Authorities are investigating a fatal crash in Bedford County.

According to the Big Island Volunteer Fire Department, the crash happened early Saturday morning on Lee Jackson Highway in Coleman Falls. A portion of Route 501 closed while crews investigate and clear the scene. The road reopened around 10 a.m.

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No word on what led to the crash or the identity of the victim(s).

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