Carlos Manuel Vientos dies in fatal Pittsylvania County pedestrian crash
Fatal Pittsylvania County pedestrian crash death of Carlos Manuel Vientos – Obituary
Carlos Manuel Vientos, 79, of Danville, Virginia, was killed in a tragic accident on Sunday evening, December 8, in Pittsylvania County. The crash occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. on US 29, just south of Route 946, as reported by Virginia State Police.
According to authorities, a 2024 Honda CRV traveling south on US 29 struck Mr. Vientos, who was standing in the roadway. Following the initial collision, he was also hit by a 2021 Subaru. Sadly, Mr. Vientos was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the Honda CRV was not injured, and no charges are currently being filed.
The incident remains under investigation by Virginia State Police. The loss of Carlos Manuel Vientos is a somber reminder of the importance of roadway safety.