Norfolk Police Investigate Three-Vehicle Crash With Life-Threatening Injuries on West Brambleton Avenue
A morning commute turned critical in Norfolk on Friday when a three-vehicle collision on West Brambleton Avenue left one person with life-threatening injuries and shut down a major thoroughfare. According to the Norfolk Police Department, officers rushed to the intersection of West Brambleton Avenue and Botetourt Street at approximately 10:20 a.m. after Norfolk Fire-Rescue personnel radioed dispatchers about the severe wreck.
The incident began when a sedan traveling eastbound entered the westbound travel lane. Investigators determined that the driver failed to negotiate the curve leading into the Brambleton and Botetourt intersection. As the car rounded the bend, it crossed the median back into the correct lanes, striking two other vehicles that were slowing to stop for a red light.
Three Injured Drivers Hospitalized After Norfolk Crash
The driver of the sedan that triggered the chain-reaction crash sustained life-threatening injuries, while a passenger in the same vehicle suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Both occupants were transported by emergency responders to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. One of the drivers from the other two impacted vehicles was also taken to the hospital with injuries that are not considered life-threatening, according to official police reports.
Light rail service was suspended between Norfolk stations after the Brambleton Avenue accident. Meanwhile, West Brambleton Avenue remains closed in both directions between 2nd Street and Duke Street while authorities investigate the scene. Authorities have urged motorists to expect delays and utilize alternate routes such as Princess Anne Road.
Police Urge Residents to Share Security Camera Footage
The Norfolk Police Department’s Traffic Unit continues to examine the crash.
As the investigation remains active, law enforcement officials encourage community members to utilize resources like Connect Norfolk to register residential and commercial security cameras, aiding investigators in piecing down missing details or timeline gaps. Updates regarding the road closures and the condition of the injured parties are expected to be released through the official Norfolk Police News portal and the department’s updates on X at @NorfolkPD.
