Woman Killed Riding Mattress on Top of Van in Haymarket

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policedoor700pxPrince William County Police are investigating the death of  Sidney Zelaya Gonzalez, 20, of Culpeper, who died Sept. 23 at 6:42 a.m. in Haymarket, after the mattress he was riding on top of a 2006 Chevrolet Express Van separated from the vehicle.

According to police, the victim was later pronounced dead at the scene.

"Speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors in this crash," police spokesperson Officer Nathan Probus said. "The driver of the van remained at the scene of the crash."

Prior to the incident. the van was traveling northbound on Waverly Farm Drive just south of Bent Grass Drive.

Charges are pending for the driver of the Express Van, a 41-year-old woman of Culpeper.

The investigation is ongoing.

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