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Published November 20, 2023 at 1:55PM

Virginia State Police: “At 5:08 a.m. Sunday (Nov. 19, 2023), Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash in Prince William County. A tractor-trailer and an Infiniti collided in the southbound lanes of I-95 at the 156-mile marker. The tractor-trailer struck the pillar supporting the flyover ramp, which caused the trailer to rip open and lose its contents.”

“While the driver of the sedan was being treated by EMS at the scene, he left the ambulance and fled the scene on foot. State police is continuing its efforts to locate the driver. Anyone with information about the individual is encouraged to contact the Virginia State Police at 804-750-8798 or by email at [email protected].”

Prince William

Fatal tractor trailer crash ends with search

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 19, 2023 at 12:30PM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 9:47AM

3:30 p.m. Update from Virginia State Police: “At 5:08 a.m. Sunday (Nov. 19, 2023), Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash in Prince William County. A tractor-trailer and a sedan collided in the southbound lanes of I-95 at the 156 mile marker. The tractor-trailer struck the pillar supporting the flyover ramp, which caused the trailer to rip open and lose its contents.”

“While the driver of the sedan was being treated by EMS at the scene, he left the ambulance and fled the scene on foot. State police are following up on several leads regarding his location.”

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Driver flown to hospital after struck by train

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 4, 2023 at 9:35AM | Updated November 25, 2024 at 1:23PM

Virginia State Police is investigating a crash involving a train in Stafford County. The crash occurred Sunday (Oct. 1), at 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Route 658 (Brent Point Rd) and Route 633 (Arkendale Rd).

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139th generation of new state troopers graduation

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 20, 2023 at 8:18AM

Press Release: “On Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, the Commonwealth graduated its 139th generation of Virginia State Troopers. The 31 new state troopers were presented their diplomas during commencement exercises at the State Police Training Academy in Chesterfield County. ”

“The new troopers have received more than 1,300 hours of classroom and field instruction in more than 100 different subjects, including de-escalation techniques, strategies to assist people in mental health crisis, ethics and leadership, fair and impartial policing, constitutional law, emergency medical trauma care, and public and community relations. The members of the 139th Basic Session began their 28 weeks of academic, physical and practical training at the Academy Feb. 27, 2023.”

Fairfax

Increased HOV enforcement on the 66 Express Outside the Beltway

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 1, 2023 at 9:30AM

I-66 E-ZPass Express Lanes at Haymarket [Photo: I-66 Mobility Partners]

“Drivers will notice the enhanced HOV enforcement on Thursday, Aug. 31 and Friday, Sept. 1. To qualify for toll-free HOV3+ travel on the 66 Express, drivers must be transporting three or more people in a non-commercial two-axle vehicle less than seven (7) feet tall and 18 feet long, equipped with an E-ZPass Flex transponder set to HOV On.”

“The HOV3+ policy in effect on the 66 Express Outside the Beltway is mandated by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). The express lanes; HOV rules apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”

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Manassas man facing multiple charges after pursuit on Route 29

By Amelia Breeden

Published August 25, 2023 at 3:26PM

A Manassas man is behind bars on multiple charges after he fled law enforcement Tuesday (Aug. 22). Virginia State Police have charged Cristian N. Valle, 25, in Fauquier County

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Prince William

Florida motorcyclist killed on Interstate 95

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 17, 2023 at 3:32PM

Virginia State Police: “Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal crash in Prince William County. The crash occurred July 15, 2023, at 10:31 p.m. on Interstate 95 at the 149-mile marker (Dumfries). A 2022 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling south on I-95 in heavy rain when it ran off the left side of the interstate. Its operator was thrown from the vehicle.”

“The motorcyclist, Ronald G. Giscombe Jr., 50, of Palm Bay, Fla., died at the scene. He was wearing a helmet. The crash remains under investigation.”

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Photos of July 5 double-fatal crash on I-95; Incident under investigation

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 9, 2023 at 1:34PM

Virginia State Police continues to investigate a fatal three-vehicle crash in Stafford County. The crash occurred Wednesday (July 5) at 4:42 a.m. on Interstate 95 at the 136-mile marker.

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Truck driver charged in double fatal crash; 78K pounds beer spilled

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 6, 2023 at 12:30PM

Virginia State Police continues to investigate a fatal three-vehicle crash in Stafford County. The crash occurred Wednesday (July 5) at 4:42 a.m. on Interstate 95 at the 136-mile marker.

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Updated: 2 die in trailer crash; Police seek help

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 5, 2023 at 6:57AM | Updated July 5, 2023 at 7:40PM

Update — “The Virginia State Police is seeking the public’s help with the fatal crash that occurred Wednesday (July 5), in Stafford County. Trooper A. Roberts is investigating a crash that occurred at 4:42 a.m. on Interstate 95 northbound at the 136-mile marker when a collision occurred between a blue in color 2022 Freightliner tractor-trailer, a black in color 2014 Nissan Altima, and a red in color 2010 Subaru Forrester.”

Update 11:30 a.m. — “Interstate 95 northbound has reopened at exit 136 (Centreport Parkway) in Stafford County. The detour has been lifted. Two northbound lanes are open. A single lane, the right lane, will remain closed as part of the ongoing response to the earlier crash.”