A fatal single-vehicle crash in Pittsylvania County on Thursday evening has left one man dead, according to the Virginia State Police. The accident occurred shortly before 7:45 p.m. on Level Run Road, marking a tragic end to what should have been an ordinary trip for the driver.
State Police reported that the crash involved a 2020 Chevrolet traveling west on Level Run Road. For reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered off the left side of the roadway, went down an embankment, and collided with several trees. The impact caused severe damage to the vehicle and inflicted critical injuries on the driver, who was the sole occupant.
Authorities identified the driver as 36-year-old Corey Deangelo Davis of Altavista. According to police, Davis was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash. Emergency responders arrived on the scene and transported him to Centra Gretna Medical Center. Despite efforts to save his life, Davis was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Investigators say alcohol is believed to have played a role in the crash, though the full circumstances remain under review. No additional details regarding Davis’s actions prior to the crash or the specific cause have yet been released. The Virginia State Police continue to examine the scene, vehicle conditions, and other evidence as part of their ongoing investigation.
Level Run Road, a two-lane rural roadway, has been the site of multiple accidents over the years, often due to limited lighting and sharp curves that can make nighttime driving more challenging. Thursday’s crash serves as another stark reminder of the risks drivers face, especially when speed, impairment, or lack of seatbelt use are factors.
State Police emphasized the importance of wearing seatbelts and avoiding impaired driving, noting that both remain leading contributors to fatal crashes across Virginia. While final conclusions about Thursday’s incident have not been announced, investigators say the early indication of alcohol as a factor underscores the dangers associated with driving under the influence.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not released any further information. More details will be made available as the Virginia State Police complete their review of the crash and its surrounding circumstances.
The community of Altavista is mourning the sudden loss of Davis, whose life was cut short on a quiet stretch of roadway in Pittsylvania County.