Available 
Chesterfield County, VA (May 16, 2026) – One person suffered serious injuries following a crash involving a box truck and a car Friday afternoon in Chesterfield County.
Emergency units responded around 4:00 p.m. on Friday, to the intersection of Beach Road and Qualla Road after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. Crews arrived and found multiple injured people inside the passenger car.
Officials said three people in the car were hurt. One person suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was flown from the scene for additional treatment. Two other occupants sustained minor injuries.
The condition of the box truck driver has not been released. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
Crashes Involving Box Trucks Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Collisions involving box trucks and passenger vehicles often result in significant damage because of the difference in vehicle size and weight. Occupants inside smaller vehicles may face a greater risk of injury during impact.
Intersections like Beach Road and Qualla Road can become dangerous when vehicles approach from different directions or attempt turns at the same time. Larger commercial vehicles may also require longer stopping distances, especially during sudden traffic changes.
When serious injuries are reported, medical helicopters may be used to quickly transport patients to trauma centers. Emergency crews also work to stabilize the scene, assist multiple patients, and remove damaged vehicles before traffic can safely resume.
