Sandston, VA — November 19, 2025, three people were injured in a multi-vehicle truck accident shortly before 8:30 p.m. along Interstate Highway 295.
According to authorities, a pothole repair work zone was set up on I-295 in the vicinity of the exit for eastbound Interstate Highway 64 when the accident took place. Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, an 18-wheeler collided with two traffic attenuator trucks and two pickup trucks.
Three people—the person who had been driving the 18-wheeler, a civilian, and a roadworker—each suffered injuries of unknown severity, though they were apparently non-life-threatening; EMS transported them all to area medical facilities so they could receive necessary treatment.
Authorities have recommended Reckless Driving charges against the person who had been behind the wheel of the 18-wheeler. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of the victims—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a truck barrels into a highway work zone—despite multiple warning vehicles and attenuators in place—it’s not just a lapse in attention. It’s a breakdown in the very safeguards meant to protect both workers and drivers. But before anyone jumps to conclusions based on the mention of possible charges, it’s important to understand what really goes into proving fault in this kind of scenario.
Authorities say the 18-wheeler struck several vehicles, including two attenuator trucks. That’s concerning because attenuators aren’t just big flashing signs—they’re crash cushions designed specifically to absorb impacts and give inattentive drivers one last chance to stop before hitting people. If the truck hit two of them, something went seriously wrong.
To figure out what that was, investigators will need to review more than just the crash site. Was the driver fatigued? Distracted? Impaired? Those questions can only be answered by looking at the truck’s electronic logging device (ELD), cell phone records, and—if available—in-cab camera footage. The truck’s black box can also reveal braking, speed, and steering inputs in the moments before impact.
It’s also worth looking at how the work zone was set up. Were the warning signs placed far enough in advance? Were the attenuators functioning properly? Was the lighting sufficient? Even though authorities appear to be pointing the finger at the truck driver, it’s not unheard of for poorly designed or confusing work zones to contribute to these kinds of crashes.
In short, this isn’t just about who crashed into what. It’s about whether the layers of protection—both human and mechanical—did their job. And if they didn’t, why not?
Key Takeaways:
- The truck reportedly struck two attenuator trucks, raising questions about awareness and reaction time.
- Investigators will need to review black box data, phone records, and in-cab video to assess the driver’s actions.
- The design and setup of the work zone—including signage and spacing—should also be scrutinized.
- Charges may have been recommended, but liability can extend to multiple parties depending on what the evidence shows.
- The goal is to determine not just who made a mistake, but which safeguards failed and why.
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