Richmond, VA — The Richmond Police Department is investigating a serious pedestrian accident that occurred early Thursday morning on Midlothian Turnpike.
At approximately 6:23 a.m. on December 12, officers responded to a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian at the intersection of Midlothian Turnpike and East 29th Street. When they arrived on the scene, officers found a man lying in the westbound lanes of the busy roadway, having been struck by a vehicle.
The man was quickly transported to a local hospital, where he was listed in critical condition with life-threatening injuries. Authorities confirmed that the driver involved in the crash remained on the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
As a result of the crash, both directions of Midlothian Turnpike were temporarily closed for about an hour to allow for the investigation and to clear the scene. Traffic was diverted as officers and the Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team worked to gather evidence and determine the circumstances of the incident.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. Individuals with details about the crash are urged to contact Investigator D. Peppel at 804-646-1042.
The identity of the pedestrian has not been released, and the investigation continues. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
