Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on Route 17 in Gloucester County

Published
June 21, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Gloucester, Virginia
Route 17
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Incident type
Motorcycle, Crash

Summary

Motorcycle Crash Gloucester Virginia in Gloucester, Virginia: A 39‑year‑old motorcyclist named Christopher Padgett was killed when his motorcycle lost control and struck a tree on Route 17 near Enos Road in Gloucester County, Virginia, at approximately 2:45 p.m. Sunday afternoon. The vehicle was traveling northbound before going off the right side of the road. The crash is under investigation by Virginia State Police.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Christopher Padgett lost control Unknown Fatal
Christopher Padgett Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on Route 17 in Gloucester County | WAVY.com

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