GHENT, WV (AP) — Tragedy struck the toll booth on I-77 in Ghent, West Virginia on Monday, March 11, 2024, resulting in a deadly car crash and fire. According to the West Virginia State Police, the incident involved three victims, with two in one vehicle and one in another. While identities have not been disclosed, it has been confirmed that none of the victims were children. Investigators are actively working to determine the origins of the victims and the cause of the accident.
The latest information revealed that the collision occurred when a car heading northbound on I-77 collided with three vehicles stopped at the Ghent toll booth, causing a fire. The West Virginia State Police Troop 7 and a Crash Reconstruction Team are actively investigating the incident, which tragically resulted in multiple fatalities. Furthermore, the Raleigh County 911 confirmed three deaths and authorities are in the process of notifying their families.
With traffic impacted and being rerouted onto Route 19, the aftermath of the accident continues to unfold. As the investigation progresses, more updates on the incident are expected. Scott Wilburn from the Ghent Volunteer Fire Department noted that the fire originated as a vehicle fire, causing injuries whose severity and number remain undisclosed. The community mourns the loss and awaits further developments in this heartbreaking event. Stick with 59News for ongoing updates as the story unfolds.