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ASHLAND, Hanover County, Va., Nov. 10, 2026 — A 64-year-old pedestrian died after a hit-and-run crash on Sunday night, November 8, near Frontage Road and Washington Highway in Ashland, according to the Ashland Police Department. Officers found him unresponsive at the scene early Monday.
Ashland officers located the man near the intersection at approximately 12:20 a.m. Monday. He had injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators believe he was struck sometime after 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 8.
No information about the vehicle involved has been released. The crash remains under investigation and is asking anyone with information to call 804-365-6140 or submit an anonymous tip through the department's website.
We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim's family.
Intersection Crashes in Virginia
This fatal crash happened at Frontage Road and Washington Highway in Ashland, Virginia. Our Virginia intersections page covers intersection crashes across Virginia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
In Virginia, pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk generally have the right of way, and drivers are required to yield. Even when a pedestrian doesn't have the right of way, drivers must still exercise care to avoid hitting them.
What can drivers do to avoid hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down in areas with limited lighting, scanning the roadside and shoulders at night, and staying off phones while driving all help a driver spot pedestrians sooner, especially after dark.
What injuries are common in pedestrian crashes?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer broken bones, head and spinal injuries, and internal injuries, since they have no protection from the impact.
What usually causes pedestrian crashes like this one?
Low visibility at night, driver inattention, speeding and failure to yield are common factors in pedestrian crashes, though the cause of any specific crash depends on what investigators determine.
