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Fatal Head-on Crash in Mount Olive Under Investigation

Mount Olive

An early morning head-on crash that killed a woman and injured three others on Route 206 remains under investigation.

Police responded to Route 206 near Hermanne Drive sometime around 6:15 a.m. for a report of a crash.

Upon arrival, police determined a car - occupied by two people -traveling north on Route 206 apparently lost control, drove into the southbound lane and collided head-on with a vehicle (also occupied by to people).

A woman in the vehicle that lost control was killed, while three others were taken to area hospitals for treatment.

According to police, ice appears to have been a factor in the crash. Adding that all occupants in both vehicles appear to have been wearing seat belts.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing. The identity of the victim is being withheld until next of kin is notified.

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