By Crash News Writer 
BUCKINGHAM COUNTY, VA (July 7, 2025) — A tragic collision occurred on Independence Day in Buckingham County, leaving one woman dead after she was struck by a vehicle while walking along the roadway.
According to reports, the Virginia State Police responded to the scene at approximately 10:13 p.m. on July 4. Authorities say a vehicle traveling northbound on Route 20 near the intersection with Glenmore Road was unable to avoid hitting a pedestrian in the roadway.
The victim, identified as 42-year-old Angela Cook of Buckingham, was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders. Officials have not yet released additional details about the driver involved or what may have led to the woman being in the roadway at the time. The incident remains under investigation by Virginia State Police as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal impact.
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The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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