Authorities are investigating a possible hit-and-run in a Newport News parking lot where a 66-year-old pedestrian was killed. Learn more about the incident and how to obtain an official crash report.
NEWPORT NEWS, VA - December 17, 2025
A 66-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck in a possible hit-and-run incident in a parking lot in Newport News, Virginia, on Wednesday. The incident occurred at an unspecified time, and the driver involved is currently under investigation.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: December 17, 2025, time not specified
- Location: Newport News parking lot
- Type of crash: Possible hit-and-run
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality (66-year-old pedestrian)
- Vehicles involved: Not specified
- Responding agencies: Not specified
- Source(s): The Virginian-Pilot
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on December 17, 2025, in a parking lot located in Newport News, Virginia. A 66-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed in what authorities are investigating as a possible hit-and-run incident. Details about the sequence of events leading up to the crash have not been released.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but further information about their actions or the agencies involved has not been disclosed. The driver, who is currently under investigation, was reportedly involved in the incident, but no further details are available at this time.
People Involved
The incident involved a 66-year-old pedestrian who was fatally injured. Authorities have not released the name of the pedestrian. The driver, described as a man, is under investigation for a possible hit-and-run, but no additional information about him has been provided.