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COLONIAL HEIGHTS, Colonial Heights County, Va., Oct. 21, 2026 — Multiple people, including several juveniles, were taken to hospitals after a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon, October 19, on Interstate 95 northbound in Colonial Heights. One vehicle involved ended up overturned.
The crash happened near mile marker 54, close to the Temple Avenue area, according to Virginia State Police. Troopers said the call came in at about 1:52 p.m.
A preliminary investigation by state police found that a Jeep and a Dodge Durango were involved.
Multiple people were hospitalized, including multiple juveniles, according to the report. One person is reported to have suffered serious injuries, while the rest of the injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
The crash remains under investigation by Virginia State Police. We hope everyone who was hurt makes a speedy recovery.
Local Crash Information for Colonial Heights, VA
The crash was reported on Interstate 95 in Colonial Heights. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Colonial Heights County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are secondary crashes common after an initial wreck like this one?
Yes. A vehicle left overturned or disabled in or near travel lanes on a highway can create a hazard for approaching traffic, which is why responders typically work to close or shift lanes quickly after a crash like this.
What makes a two-vehicle highway crash hard to investigate?
Investigators often have to rely on physical evidence, vehicle data, and witness accounts to reconstruct speed and position, especially when a vehicle has rolled over and its resting position no longer reflects the point of impact.
What usually causes crashes involving an overturned vehicle on an interstate?
Rollovers on highways can result from a range of factors, including sudden steering corrections, speed, or contact between vehicles. Investigators typically withhold a specific cause until their review is complete.
What to Do After a Two-Vehicle Highway Crash in Colonial Heights, VA
If you're involved in or witness a highway crash, move to a safe location if possible and call 911 right away. Even if injuries seem minor at first, it's worth getting checked by a medical provider, since some injuries from a rollover or high-speed impact don't show symptoms immediately. Keep any paperwork from police and medical visits, note what you remember about the scene while it's fresh, and follow up with your insurer promptly. If children were involved, it's especially important to have them evaluated even if they appear uninjured, since kids don't always express pain the way adults do.
