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HENRICO, Henrico County, Va., Oct. 9, 2026 — Two people were hurt Tuesday morning, October 6, when a Tesla reportedly ran a red light and struck an Acura at the intersection of West Broad Street and Gaskins Road, according to police.
Henrico Police responded around 8:25 a.m. to the intersection of West Broad Street and Gaskins Road for a two-vehicle crash, the department said.
The adult male driver of the Tesla and an adult female passenger riding in the Acura were taken to an area hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening, police reported. The Acura's driver was not reported hurt.
A preliminary investigation found that the Tesla driver ran a red light before hitting the Acura, Henrico Police said. Charges against the Tesla driver are forthcoming, police said.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Where Red Light Intersection Crashes Concentrate
Crashes tied to red light violations tend to cluster at wide, high-volume intersections where multiple lanes of traffic move through on separate signal phases. Busy commercial corridors, the kind lined with turn lanes, shopping centers, and heavy commuter traffic, see this pattern repeat because drivers face long waits, shorter yellow phases relative to approach speed, and more opportunities to misjudge a light as it changes.
Intersections with high posted speeds are especially prone to this kind of crash. A driver approaching at 45 mph has less time to decide whether to stop than one approaching at 25 mph, and that compressed decision window is where many red light crashes originate.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 17 percent of pedestrian fatalities occurred at intersections in 2023. Intersections draw concentrated risk not just for pedestrians but for vehicle occupants, since crossing traffic patterns create the conditions for high speed, right-angle impacts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do right after a car accident?
Call 911, check for injuries, and move to a safe location if the vehicles are drivable. Exchange information with the other driver, take photos of the scene, and file a police report even if damage looks minor.
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
A large share occur at intersections, where crossing paths, turning vehicles, and traffic signals create more opportunities for driver error than on straight, uninterrupted roadway.
What injuries are common in intersection crashes?
Side-impact and T-bone collisions at intersections often cause head, neck, and chest injuries, along with broken bones, depending on where the striking vehicle makes contact.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Henrico, VA
If you're involved in a crash in Henrico, start by getting checked by a medical provider, even if you feel fine; some injuries from intersection collisions don't show symptoms right away. Keep a copy of the police report and any photos from the scene. Follow up with your own insurance company promptly, and keep records of medical visits and vehicle repair estimates in case you need them later.
