BLUEMONT, Va. — A deadly crash on Leesburg Pike in Bluemont claimed the life of a 38-year-old man Monday afternoon, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO). The collision happened at a busy intersection and involved a commercial snowplow truck and a pickup truck, drawing a large response from emergency crews.
Authorities said the crash occurred around 4 p.m. at the intersection of Route 7 (Leesburg Pike) and Blue Ridge Mountain Road. Deputies and first responders were dispatched to the scene after reports of a serious collision involving two vehicles. When they arrived, they found significant damage at the intersection and immediately began providing aid and securing the area.
Investigators said the crash involved a commercial truck equipped with a snowplow and salt spreader and a pickup truck. The snowplow truck was being operated by Juan Ferman, 38, of Centreville. Officials confirmed that Ferman died at the scene as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. Life-saving efforts were attempted, but he was pronounced dead at the location.
The driver or occupant of the pickup truck suffered minor injuries, according to the sheriff’s office. That individual was treated at the scene and did not require extensive medical care. No other injuries were reported, and officials did not say how many people were inside the pickup at the time of the crash.
The intersection was partially closed for several hours as deputies investigated and crews worked to clear debris from the roadway. Traffic was impacted along Route 7, with delays reported in both directions. Motorists were urged to use alternate routes while the investigation and cleanup were underway.
At this time, the cause of the crash has not been released. LCSO said the investigation remains active as deputies work to determine what led to the collision, including the movements of both vehicles and any contributing factors such as speed or road conditions. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office at 703-771-1021. Officials say even small details could help investigators fully understand what happened.
