5 killed in 5 crashes over 48 hours in Fairfax County - WTOP News

Published
June 05, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Lorton, Virginia
Richmond Highway
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Incident type
Crash, Motorcycle, Pedestrian struck, DUI

Summary

Motorcycle Crash Lorton Virginia in Lorton, Virginia: A multivehicle crash on Wednesday in Lorton killed a motorcyclist; within the following 48 hours, four pedestrians were struck and died in separate crashes on Richmond Highway, Little River Turnpike, Gallows Road, and Leesburg Pike in Fairfax County. On Friday morning, a driver ran into a police cruiser in Franconia, causing the officer to suffer back spasms and scratches; the driver was cited for reckless driving and driving without a license and the officer was treated and released. Deputy Chief Dalton Becker said speed or reckless driving appeared to be a factor in all crashes, alcohol was involved in some, and pedestrians were not at crossings when struck.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pedestrian Pedestrian Fatal
Unnamed Cyclist Cyclist Fatal
Unnamed Driver Driver Injured

Original reporting

5 killed in 5 crashes over 48 hours in Fairfax County - WTOP News

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