Chesterfield, VA (May 27, 2026) – A man was struck and killed by a Ford F-250 on Hull Street Road in Chesterfield County early Wednesday morning, May 27. The crash occurred at approximately 5:43 a.m. in the 8500 block of the road, between Astor Road and Fordham Road.
According to Chesterfield Police, the driver of the 2023 white Ford F-250 was traveling eastbound when the truck struck the pedestrian. Emergency units responded and attempted life-saving measures on the man, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police are still working to identify the pedestrian. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
The wreck remains under active investigation.
We extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of the man who lost his life.
What Families of Pedestrians Killed in Chesterfield, VA Can Do
When a pedestrian is killed by a motor vehicle in Chesterfield, VA the surviving family may have the right to file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault driver.
Virginia law allows certain family members (spouses, children, and parents) to seek compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, and the loss of care and companionship the deceased would have provided.
Pedestrians struck by full-size pickup trucks face some of the most severe injury profiles of any road user. The elevated front-end height means the point of impact is often the torso or head rather than the legs, dramatically increasing the likelihood of fatal trauma.
For families left behind, the financial and emotional toll of a sudden loss can be compounding, especially when the deceased was a provider or caregiver.
A wrongful death attorney can help surviving family members understand whether a wrongful death claim is viable and what the process involves. This includes reviewing the police report, preserving any available surveillance or dashcam footage and identifying all applicable insurance coverage. Virginia’s wrongful death statute has specific filing deadlines, so acting promptly is important.
If your family has lost someone and you want to understand what options may be available, our team at Blaszkow Legal. Our team has worked with many families across Virginia to help them seek compensation after a fatal accident.
You can reach Blaszkow Legal at (703) 879-5910 to speak with our team about your loved one’s Chesterfield fatal crash.
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