Botetourt Co. VA – Two Killed, One Injured in I-81/MM 166 Multi-Vehicle Crash
Botetourt County, VA (May 16, 2025) – A deadly crash on the evening of May 15 along Interstate 81 in Botetourt County has left two people dead and another injured, according to Virginia State Police. The crash occurred around 6:22 p.m. near mile marker 166. A tractor-trailer had pulled onto the right shoulder due to mechanical issues when it was struck by a northbound Mercedes-Benz sedan. Two passengers in the Mercedes were pronounced dead at the scene. They were later identified as Sameer Baig Mirza, 22, who was wearing a seatbelt, and Mustafa Baig Mirza, 15, who was not. Both victims were from Springfield, Virginia. The driver of the Mercedes survived the crash with non-life-threatening injuries and was treated at a nearby medical facility. The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured. Virginia State Police remained on the scene for several hours conducting a full investigation and clearing the roadway.
Our deepest condolences go out to the families of Sameer and Mustafa during this tragic time, and we wish a full recovery to the injured survivor.