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Mechanicsville woman killed in 3-car crash on Cold Harbor Road, deputies say

Hanover County Sheriff's Office
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HANOVER COUNTY, Va. -- A 22-year-old woman is dead after three cars were involved in a crash Wednesday evening in Hanover County.

Deputies with the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 6800 block of Cold Harbor Road for a report of a car wreck just before 7 p.m.

An investigation revealed that the driver of a Ford Focus lost control while traveling east along a curve on the 6800 block of Cold Harbor Road.

The Ford Focus was hit on the driver's side by a van traveling west on Cold Harbor Road. A third vehicle was involved in the crash when it failed to avoid the initial collision and struck the van.

The driver of the Ford Focus, Amaya Roca of Mechanicsville, was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Investigators are still collecting information to determine the circumstances that led to this crash," deputies said. "We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Amaya Roca during this difficult time."

This is a developing story, so anyone with more information can email newstips@wtvr.com to send a tip.

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