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Investigation Continues in Rt. 51 Crash

August 13th, 2011 by WCBC Radio

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office is investigating a two vehicle accident that occurred on Rt 51 in Oldtown Friday.  An investigation showed that William Smith Jr of Lonaconing attempted to pass a vehicle.  In doing so, he collided with a vehicle south bound, operated by Billy Lovett of Winchester Va. Lovett and a female passenger were transported to Winchester Medical Center by Paw Paw EMS for treatment of injuries not suspected of being life-threatening..  Deputies were assisted on the scene by Oldtown and Paw Paw fire departments.  Roadway was partially closed for nearly 1 hour.  Smith was cited for unsafe passing.

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