Two teenagers killed in crash in Washington County
WASHINGTON, Pa. (KDKA) - Friends and family of two Washington County teens are mourning their loss tonight.
Justin Crawford and Nevaeh Sheets, both 17, were killed in a car crash in South Strabane.
Friends Justin Crawford and Nevaeh Sheets were pretty much inseparable, and they would die together when the car Crawford was driving lost control striking a tree and killing them both.
According to police, the tragic incident occurred just after midnight along the 3000 block of East Maiden Street.
"He left the football game and was on his way to his buddy's house down in Cokeburg," said Tylor Bane, one of the victim's friends.
According to Bane, friends were trailing Crawford and Sheets when Crawford's car crossed the center line, going over the opposite lane's embankment and striking a tree.
"They were following him, and he just lost control of the vehicle, and there was nothing they could do. They tried to go down there to see if he was okay, and he just wasn't responsive."
Crawford died with his soulmate, Neveah Sheets, by his side, Bane said.
"He was always talking about her 24/7, and how he wanted to be with her for the rest of his life," Bane said.
Landin Garber was one of many young people visiting the crash scene on Sunday.
"He was getting his life back together. He finally got a job. He got his license," Garber said.
He said Justin Crawford had his wild side, but a very kind heart.
"He wanted to make sure everyone around him was okay," Garber added.
On Sunday night, those who knew both victims said they'll be there for each other and mourn the loss of Neveha Sheets, and Justin Crawford.
And if they could have said anything to their lost friend, it would be simply one thing.
"That I love him," Bane said.
"That I love him and I appreciated him for everything," Garber added.
Both victims attended Trinity High School.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.