Detectives Investigate Fatal Crash in Fair Oaks

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Fair Oaks Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that left a man dead in Fair Oaks.

Yesterday at 1:22 p.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle crash at Monument Drive and Fairfax County Parkway in Fair Oaks.

Preliminary, the driver of a 2024 Hyundai Tucson was traveling eastbound on Monument Drive, drove through a red signal and struck a 2012 Honda Accord. The driver of the Honda Accord, Stephen Rhodes, 69, of Fairfax, was transported to the hospital in life-threatening condition and later pronounced deceased.

Preliminarily alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the crash. Detectives continue to investigate whether speed was a factor.

Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division made contact with the victim’s family to ensure they receive appropriate resources and assistance. 

Detectives would like to speak to anyone who may have information about this case. Those with information are asked to please call our Crash Reconstruction Unit at 703-280-0543.  Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477), and by web –Click HERE. Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.

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