Detectives Investigating Fatal Vehicle Crash in Springfield

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West Springfield Police District – Detectives from our Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal vehicle crash that left one woman dead in Springfield.

On January 10 at 7:45 a.m., officers responded to a crash at the intersection of Fairfax County Parkway and Huntsman Boulevard in Springfield.

Preliminarily, a 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier was traveling northbound on Fairfax County Parkway when the driver lost control and crossed into the southbound lanes. The driver of a 2023 Ford F-150, traveling southbound, struck the Chevrolet. The driver of a 2025 Honda HR-V, also traveling southbound, was unable to brake in time and rear-ended the Ford F-150.

The driver of the Chevrolet Cavalier, Jane Clayton, 48, of Alexandria, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The drivers of the Ford F-150 and Honda HRV were uninjured.

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

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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