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Virginia Beach, VA (May 13, 2026) – Three people were injured, including two with life-threatening injuries, following a crash on Tuesday on Elbow Road in Virginia Beach.
Emergency units responded around 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday to the 4100 block of Elbow Road after reports of a two-vehicle collision. Crews arrived and found three adults involved in the crash.
Officials confirmed that two of the victims were taken to a hospital with critical injuries. A third person also suffered injuries but was reported to be in a non-life-threatening condition.
Details about what led to the crash have not been released. 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 Happens When Multiple People Are Injured in a Two-Vehicle Crash?
When a crash involves more than one injured person, emergency crews must quickly assess each individual to determine the level of care needed. In situations where injuries vary, those in critical condition are often treated and transported first.
Two-vehicle crashes can still result in multiple patients, especially when both vehicles carry occupants. The direction of impact, speed, and position of each person inside the vehicles can affect injury severity.
Medical response teams may coordinate transport to different hospitals or use additional resources when needed. These efforts help ensure that each person receives timely care based on the seriousness of their condition.
