Three train cars carrying grain derail into Richmond canal near Dock and 20th Streets

Published
July 03, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Intersection of Dock and 20th Streets
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Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Richmond Virginia in Richmond, Virginia: Three train cars carrying grain derailed into the canal in downtown Richmond, Virginia on Friday afternoon around 4 p.m., according to the Richmond Fire Department and CSX. Two additional cars and two distributed power units also derailed but remained on the tracks. No injuries were reported and no hazardous materials spilled. Dock Street was closed from 18th to 22nd Streets.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
CSX At-fault party

Original reporting

3 train cars derail into canal in downtown Richmond

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