VDOT Safety Patrol Worker Struck and Killed on I-64 in Newport News; Driver Flees Scene
A VDOT Safety Service Patrol worker was fatally struck by an orange Dodge Charger on Interstate 64 in Newport News, Virginia, early Saturday morning. The driver of the Charger fled the scene, and authorities are actively searching for the vehicle.…
Richmond Petersburg, VA, September 19, 2026 —
A Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Safety Service Patrol worker was fatally struck by a vehicle on Interstate 64 in Newport News early Saturday morning. The incident occurred while the worker was assisting at the scene of a previous traffic accident.
Authorities reported that the worker was hit by an orange Dodge Charger. Following the collision, the driver of the Charger fled the location. Law enforcement agencies are currently conducting an active search for the vehicle involved in the fatal incident. The specific time of the incident on Saturday morning was not immediately available.
The identity of the VDOT worker has not been publicly released pending notification of next of kin. Similarly, details regarding the contractor or specific VDOT unit the worker belonged to were not provided. The circumstances leading up to the initial crash that the VDOT worker was attending have not been detailed.
Details about the driver of the Dodge Charger, including their identity, were not provided. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the orange Dodge Charger or the incident to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, with a primary focus on locating the vehicle and identifying the driver responsible for striking the VDOT worker and then leaving the scene. Information regarding any potential citations, code violations, or inspection outcomes related to the Charger was not available at the time of reporting. The contractor’s name involved in managing the patrol service was not provided.
The VDOT Safety Service Patrol provides assistance to motorists, helps clear incidents, and enhances traffic safety on Virginia’s highways. This incident highlights the dangers faced by roadside assistance personnel. The outcome of the search for the vehicle and further developments in the investigation are pending.
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