Infant Dies in Chesterfield Crash, Mother Faces DUI Charges
A 10-month-old girl died in a car crash in Chesterfield, Virginia. Her mother has been charged with DUI manslaughter and felony DWI with serious injury in connection with the incident that occurred on Spring Run Road.
Richmond Petersburg, VA, November 6, 2026 — A tragic incident in Chesterfield, Virginia, has resulted in the death of a 10-month-old girl. The car crash occurred on Spring Run Road.
Authorities have charged the infant’s mother in connection with the incident. The charges include DUI manslaughter and felony DWI with serious injury. The specific date and time of the crash were not immediately available.
Details regarding the circumstances leading to the crash, including the sequence of events and the condition of the vehicle or road, were not provided. Similarly, the name of the mother and the infant were not publicly released.
DUI manslaughter is a serious offense that carries significant penalties, typically involving jail time, fines, and the loss of driving privileges. Felony DWI with serious injury indicates that a vehicle was used while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and the incident resulted in severe harm, in this case, the death of a child.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing. Information regarding the legal proceedings, such as arraignments or court dates, has not yet been disclosed. The contractor involved in any potential road maintenance or construction at the site of the crash was not identified, nor were any previous code violations or inspection outcomes related to the roadway.
Resources for grief support and information on the legal process for victims of DUI incidents are often available through local law enforcement agencies and victim advocacy groups. The outcomes of such cases can have profound and lasting impacts on families and communities.
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