December 7, 2023, News Release

Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash in Orange County. The crash occurred Wednesday (Dec. 6), at 7:36 p.m., on Route 33 (Spotswood Trail) at Route 657 (Albano Road).

A 2006 Honda Element was traveling west on Route 33 when it crossed a double solid yellow centerline and collided head-on with an eastbound 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
The driver of the Honda, Marcus L. Paige, 43, of Charlottesville, Va., died at the scene of the crash. He was not wearing a seatbelt.

The driver of the Volkswagen, Ciera R. Washington, 20, of Gordonsville, Va., suffered serious injuries and was flown to UVA Medical Center for treatment. She was wearing a seatbelt.

The crash remains under investigation.