Roanoke Woman Dies in Head-On Crash; Police Suggest Medical Emergency as Cause
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ROANOKE, Va. (BTW21) — A tragic crash on the afternoon of May 2, 2025, claimed the life of 79-year-old Kathleen Diane Witt of Roanoke County.
Authorities believe a medical emergency may have caused Witt to veer into oncoming traffic, resulting in a head-on collision.
The crash occurred in the 3100 block of Peters Creek Road NW. According to a preliminary investigation by Roanoke Police, Witt's vehicle crossed over into the opposite lane before colliding with another car.
Emergency responders were called to the scene shortly after the incident, but Witt was pronounced dead from her injuries.
Police suspect Witt may have experienced a medical emergency while driving, though the exact nature of the emergency has not yet been confirmed.
The driver of the second vehicle, which was struck head-on, was also injured in the crash.
Two women from that vehicle were transported to a local hospital for treatment, but their injuries were not life-threatening.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has additional information to come forward as the investigation continues.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the unpredictability of medical emergencies while driving, and authorities urge drivers to take necessary precautions, including ensuring regular medical checkups.