Fatal Crash on Route 340 Highlights Safety Concerns
One person dead after accident in Jefferson County
The Journal | Thursday, December 18, 2025
By Staff
The Journal reports on a tragic accident that occurred in a construction zone on Route 340, where a 2025 Toyota Tacoma pickup failed to navigate a right turn, resulting in the vehicle rolling multiple times. Local authorities, led by Lt. Rob Sell of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, are investigating the incident that claimed one life, highlighting safety concerns in the area, often frequented by residents traveling between Charles Town and Harpers Ferry.