Washington County, VA — December 12, 2025, Charles Trivett was killed as the result of a truck accident at around 9:00 a.m. along Interstate 81.
The Virginia State Police said that the accident happened along northbound lanes of the interstate near mile marker 26.
According to officials, 66-year-old Charles C. Trivett was in a septic truck going along I-81. While doing so, the truck somehow left the roadway and overturned along the embankment. Charles Trivett died as a result of the crash.
There did not appear to be anyone else involved in the accident. Additional details are unavailable.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
In my experience, single-vehicle accidents are too often brushed aside by the public and authorities alike. People might simply blame the driver and move on because they figure if no one else was involved in the crash, then the explanation is obvious. But what about vehicle defects? Cargo shifts? Tire blowouts? Medical emergencies? Road hazards? Other reckless drivers who fled the scene?
Likely or not, these things happen. Investigations should be able to show clear evidence that either rules out or confirms all of these possible factors. That way, the victim’s loved ones know they’re getting the whole story. But if authorities treat this crash like it’s a low priority, they could miss something important.
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