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SANDSTON, Henrico County, Va., Oct. 30, 2026 — A woman died on Thursday night, October 29, after she was struck by a vehicle near Richmond International Airport in Henrico County, according to the Henrico County Police Division.
Officers were called to the area of Williamsburg Road and Airport Drive at about 8:30 p.m. for a report of a crash involving a pedestrian. Arriving officers found an adult woman in the roadway with what the department described as obvious signs of trauma. She was pronounced dead at the scene, and her name has not been released.
Henrico Police crash investigators remained at the scene into the night. All eastbound lanes of Williamsburg Road between the 5700 block and Airport Drive were closed while the investigation continued, and drivers were asked to use alternate routes. No information on the vehicle or driver involved has been released. The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Intersection Safety in Virginia
The fatal crash was reported at Williamsburg Road and Airport Drive in Sandston. Readers following crash news in Henrico County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to Virginia intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do fatal pedestrian crashes most frequently happen?
They tend to cluster on busy multi-lane roads, especially near intersections, airports, or commercial strips where foot traffic crosses vehicle lanes without a signal or crosswalk nearby.
What factors make a pedestrian crash more likely to be fatal?
Low light, higher travel speeds, and limited visibility for drivers or walkers all raise the odds of a deadly outcome. Darkness and reduced sightlines are common factors in nighttime pedestrian deaths.
How does vehicle speed affect survivability for a pedestrian who is hit?
Even modest increases in speed sharply reduce a pedestrian's chance of surviving impact, which is why lower posted speeds near crossings and airports matter so much.
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