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Accomack County, VA (June 6, 2026) – One driver died, and another person was injured after a wrong-way collision on Chincoteague Road in Accomack County on Friday, June 5.
Virginia State Police said the crash happened around 10:17 p.m. when a 2000 Ford Explorer traveling east in the westbound lane struck a 2014 Toyota Camry traveling westbound. After the impact, the Ford crossed over a Jersey wall and entered a nearby marsh area.
The driver of the Explorer, identified as 25-year-old Tyler Crockett of New Church, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Toyota sustained minor harm in the collision. The incident remains under investigation. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Tyler Crockett.
Why Wrong-Way Highway Crashes Often Result in Severe Outcomes
Wrong-way crashes are among the most dangerous roadway collisions because vehicles approach each other from opposite directions with little time to react. The combined speed of both vehicles can greatly increase the force involved during contact.
Investigators reviewing wrong-way crashes often examine roadway entry points, traffic signage, and driver travel direction to determine how a vehicle entered opposing lanes. Lighting conditions and visibility may also be considered, especially during nighttime travel.
Physical evidence such as debris placement, vehicle damage, and tire marks can help reconstruct the movement of each vehicle before the collision occurred. Barriers, guardrails, and nearby terrain are also reviewed when a vehicle leaves the roadway after impact.
