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BLACKSBURG, Montgomery County, Va., Nov. 7, 2026 — A pedestrian was injured on Thursday morning, November 5, when he was struck by a Blacksburg Police Department vehicle on Clay Street, according to Virginia State Police.
The crash happened at about 7:07 a.m. in the town of Blacksburg, state police said. The pedestrian, identified as 74 year old Thomas Leroy Sklopan of Alexandria, Virginia, was taken to an area hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Virginia State Police are handling the investigation at the request of the Blacksburg Police Department, since the vehicle involved belonged to that agency. Investigators are working to gather video footage from the area to help establish how the crash occurred.
No further details on the pedestrian's condition or the events leading up to the crash have been released. The investigation remains open.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are pedestrian crashes more likely to happen at night or in low light?
Reduced visibility is a factor in many pedestrian crashes, though they can occur at any time, including daylight hours like the one reported here.
What should a pedestrian do after being hit by a vehicle?
Seek medical attention right away, even if injuries seem minor, and get the names of any witnesses and responding agencies involved.
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
In most states, pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk generally have the right of way, though drivers and pedestrians both carry a duty to watch for one another.
How can drivers lower the chance of hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down near intersections, scanning for pedestrians before turning, and avoiding distractions behind the wheel all help drivers spot people in time to stop.
