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Monday, October 31, 2011

Sussex County Councilman Vance Phillips Seriously Injured In Va. Plane Crash

Georgetown, Del., Oct. 31, 2011:
recovering in a Virginia medical center today following a single-engine plane crash near
Lynchburg, Va., that occurred around dusk on Sunday evening.

The crash occurred in Amherst County, Va., approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30, as
Mr. Phillips was conducting a solo flight in a sport plane at a private airstrip. Details of what
caused the crash are unknown and will be under investigation by state and federal aviation
authorities.

Mr. Phillips survived the crash, and was conscious when witnesses responded to the scene.

He was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital, and then airlifted to the University of
Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, Va., where he is listed in serious condition.

The extent of Mr. Phillips’ injuries are unknown this morning. Due to federal patient privacy
rules, any information released on his condition will be at the discretion of Mr. Phillips and his
family.

County Council President Michael Vincent released the following statement: “The thoughts
and prayers of everyone here at Sussex County government are with Vance and his family
this morning. Vance is a strong and determined man. We wish him a speedy recovery, and
look forward to him returning to the important business of representing the people of Sussex
County.”
Sussex County Councilman Vance Phillips is

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

I believe he did it on purpose. From his actions, there could be a hint of a mental condition.

Anonymous said...

What a cruel thing to say Anon 7:03!
He's not been found GUILTY of ANYTHING!
One incident more than likely has NOTHING to do with the other one.
YOU don't know that!
I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy.
Get well wishes to Vance Phillips and prayers for a speedy recovery!