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News Release 09/003/0027/sb (6)
January 3, 2009
Fatal Crash in the Franconia Area
Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred around 2:15 a.m. on Saturday, January 3. The driver and passenger of a 1991 Dodge 2-door car were driving east on Fleet Drive near Yadkin Court. An investigation determined the driver lost control and the vehicle ran off the south side of Fleet Drive. The car struck a tree and a power pole.
Joshua S. Buker, 21, of 5802 Flaxton Place in Alexandria, was ejected from the car and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, Steven M. Kowalik, 22, of 5816 Bush Hill Drive in Alexandria, was transported to Inova Fairfax Hospital for treatment of his non life-threatening injuries.
Steven Kowalik was charged with driving while intoxicated; further charges are possible. Detectives determined Buker was not wearing his seatbelt. Speed and alcohol were factors in the crash.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES(274637) or call Fairfax County Police at 703-691-2131.
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