Norfolk, VA (May 5, 2025) – A Saturday afternoon crash in downtown Norfolk sent a police officer and another motorist to the hospital with injuries.
On May 3, just after 3:15 p.m., emergency crews responded to the intersection of St. Paul’s Boulevard and Brambleton Avenue following reports of a two-vehicle collision involving a marked Norfolk police vehicle. According to initial findings from Norfolk police, the other driver failed to yield, resulting in a crash with the officer’s vehicle.
Both the officer and the civilian driver sustained injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital. Thankfully, officials confirmed that their injuries were not life-threatening. The scene was quickly cleared after first responders tended to those involved and documented the incident. Traffic in the area was disrupted briefly as officers worked to manage the intersection and begin their investigation. Authorities have not released the names of the individuals involved at this time.
We hope both the officer and the civilian involved in this crash make a swift and full recovery.
Car Accidents in Virginia
Vehicle crashes in Virginia remain a significant public safety concern. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles reported more than 122,000 traffic accidents in 2023, with thousands resulting in injury. Many of these incidents occur in urban areas like Norfolk, where busy intersections can lead to collisions if drivers do not remain alert. Rear-end crashes, failure to yield, and distracted driving continue to rank among the leading causes of injury-related crashes across the state.
It’s helpful to understand how these incidents often result in injuries. Here are some of the most common types of injuries reported after motor vehicle accidents in Virginia:
- Soft Tissue Injuries: Whiplash and muscle strains often happen due to the sudden force of impact. These injuries may not be visible right away but can cause persistent pain or limit mobility for weeks or months.
- Head Injuries: Concussions and traumatic brain injuries may result even in low-speed crashes. Victims might experience memory issues, headaches, or dizziness—some symptoms not appearing until days later.
- Fractures and Broken Bones: Extremities like arms, wrists, and ribs are commonly broken during car crashes. Recovery from these injuries can be painful and lengthy, sometimes involving physical therapy.
- Back and Spine Trauma: Disc injuries or nerve damage in the spine can lead to chronic pain or disability. In serious cases, spinal injuries may require surgery or long-term treatment.
- Emotional and Psychological Stress: Many survivors deal with anxiety or post-traumatic stress after collisions. Counseling or mental health care is often needed to support full recovery.
If you or someone close to you is injured in a crash, contacting a legal advocate is one of the most important steps you can take. Call our Norfolk car accident attorney at Blank & Marcus to help ensure your rights are protected. Insurance companies will often look to settle quickly, sometimes before the full extent of your injuries is understood. Our seasoned attorney can help review your case, investigate what happened, and assist in recovering medical costs, lost wages, and other damages.
At Blank & Marcus, we’re here to help you move forward. Our team offers free consultations, so there’s no risk in reaching out. We’ve secured major settlements and verdicts for injury victims across Virginia. Irving M. Blank has decades of legal experience and once served as president of the Virginia State Bar. Keith B. Marcus has earned Virginia Super Lawyers recognition every year since 2011, and together with George O. Y. Naylor, our attorneys bring over 45 years of combined experience. If you’ve been hurt in an accident, call us today at (866) 207-9823 to discuss your case. We’re ready to listen and help you find a path forward.
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