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Fairfax, VA (March 31, 2026) – An elderly man was struck by a dark-colored hatchback on Sunday, March 29, on Nutley Street in front of a CVS in Fairfax. Emergency units responded to the scene in the late morning hours.
The extent of the man’s injuries was not confirmed in early reports. No further details on the circumstances leading up to the crash were available at this time.
The incident remains under review by authorities, and more details will be released as they become available. Our thoughts are with the man injured as he receives care.
Why Are Elderly Pedestrians at Greater Risk in Virginia Traffic Crashes?
Older pedestrians face a higher risk of serious injury when struck by a vehicle, largely because age-related changes in bone density and balance can make the physical impact of a crash more damaging. In Virginia, pedestrian crashes involving elderly people near commercial areas, such as storefronts and shopping centers, are among the most commonly reported incidents, partly because these locations attract foot traffic from a wide range of age groups. Parking lot driveways and street-adjacent storefronts can create visibility challenges for drivers and pedestrians alike.
Recovery from pedestrian crash injuries also tends to take longer for older adults, even when the initial injuries appear moderate. Medical teams responding to these incidents typically take extra care during assessment and transport. Fairfax County sees a mix of suburban and urban street conditions that require drivers’ attentiveness at all times of day.
