ESSEX COUNTY, Va. -- Troopers have released the name of a woman killed in a wreck in Essex County Friday night.
Troopers were called to a crash at 11:30 p.m. on Ashdale Road not far from Wildwood Road, according to Sgt. Dylan Davenport with Virginia State Police
"The preliminary investigation reveals that a 2006 Acura sedan was headed north on Route 602 when it ran off the road to the right and struck several trees," Davenport said.
Officials said 25-year-old Carlene N. Taylor, of Essex County, succumbed to her injuries on the scene.
Taylor was not wearing her seat belt, according to Davenport.
"Speed is being investigated as a factor in the crash," Davenport said.
Officials said the investigation into the wreck is ongoing.
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