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Stafford County, VA (May 14, 2026) – A driver was taken to the hospital Thursday morning after a crash involving an SUV and a tractor-trailer on Interstate 95 Southbound near the 138-mile marker. Emergency units responded to the scene following reports of a serious collision involving a parked vehicle.
According to initial information, the SUV was stopped on the right side of I-95 when it was struck by a southbound tractor-trailer. The impact caused the SUV to spin out of control across the roadway. The tractor-trailer then went over a guardrail and descended down an embankment, where it caught fire.
Both drivers were able to exit their vehicles after the crash. The SUV driver sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The condition of the tractor-trailer driver was not detailed, though both individuals survived the incident.
Emergency units worked at the scene to secure the area and manage the aftermath of the fire and roadway disruption.
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.
What Typically Happens After Highway Crashes Involving Parked Vehicles and Heavy Trucks
After highway crashes involving parked vehicles, investigators often review why the vehicle was stopped on the roadway or shoulder. This includes examining whether it was stationary due to mechanical issues, driver decision-making, or traffic conditions at the time.
Attention is also paid to speed, lane positioning, and visibility, especially on high-speed corridors such as interstates. These factors help determine how quickly a driver could react to a stationary object or vehicle ahead.
When a tractor trailer is involved, investigators may also assess braking distance, load weight, and impact force. This helps explain how secondary events, such as rollovers or roadway departures, may have occurred following the initial collision.
