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VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia Beach County, Va., Sept. 30, 2026 — Two people were taken to a hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning, September 29, on I-264E near Witchduck Road in Virginia Beach. Lanes have since reopened.
Police responded to the scene at about 6:12 a.m. and found two vehicles involved. The eastbound lanes were closed for a period while crews worked the scene before reopening to traffic.
The extent of the injuries to the two people hospitalized had not been released as of Tuesday. Officials have not said what led up to the crash.
The cause remains under investigation. No further details had been made public at the time of this report.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
A Common Misconception About Highway Crashes on Roads Like I-264
Many drivers assume that crashes involving only two vehicles, on a highway with no obstacles or bad weather, are minor by nature. The evidence does not support that assumption. Injury outcomes depend heavily on speed, impact angle, and how quickly emergency crews can reach the scene, not on how many vehicles are involved.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 2,442,581 people were injured in traffic crashes in 2023. That figure includes a large share of ordinary two-vehicle collisions on interstates and commuter routes, not just multi-car pileups or crashes involving impaired driving.
Highway speeds also mean that even a routine morning commute crash can cause injuries serious enough to require hospitalization, as this one did. The number of vehicles involved says little about how severe the outcome will be.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does speed make a big difference in how bad a crash is?
Yes. Higher speeds increase both the force of impact and the distance needed to stop, so crashes at highway speeds tend to cause more serious injuries than crashes in slow traffic.
Why is distracted driving considered so risky?
Even a few seconds of looking away from the road, at a phone or elsewhere, means traveling a significant distance blind at highway speed, leaving little time to react to sudden braking or lane changes.
How do road and weather conditions factor into crashes like this one?
Wet pavement, poor visibility, and heavy traffic all reduce the time drivers have to react. Morning rush-hour conditions, in particular, combine higher traffic volume with drivers who may be rushing.
What should someone do right after being in a car accident?
Move to a safe location if possible, call 911, and exchange information with the other driver. Even if injuries seem minor, a medical evaluation afterward can catch problems that aren't immediately obvious.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Virginia Beach, VA
Anyone involved in a highway crash should first check for injuries and call 911 if anyone needs medical attention. Even when injuries seem mild, adrenaline can mask pain, so a follow-up visit to a doctor is worth doing within a day or two.
Take photos of the vehicles and the surrounding area if it's safe to do so, and get the names and contact information of anyone else involved or who witnessed the crash. Request a copy of the police report once it's available, since it can help with insurance claims later.
If a crash happens during morning traffic, as many highway crashes do, expect delays and follow instructions from responding officers about lane closures and detours. Staying calm and patient at the scene helps everyone involved, including first responders working to clear the road safely.
