Rockingham Co., VA – Two Separate Crashes on I-81 Leave Multiple Injured

 Rockingham County, VA (October 30, 2025) – Virginia State Police (VSP) responded to two separate crashes that occurred just hours apart on I-81 early Thursday, October 30, leaving multiple people injured. The first crash was reported around 12:15 a.m. near the 238-mile marker on northbound I-81. Authorities say a tractor-trailer jack-knifed after the driver lost control, leading to a collision with another tractor-trailer traveling behind it. Both vehicles came to rest in the median, sustaining heavy damage.

The driver of the second truck was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the first driver was cited for reckless driving. As responders worked to clear the first crash, a second incident took place on the southbound side of the interstate. A Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Company fire truck, traveling with its lights activated to assist at the earlier scene, was struck from behind by a 2018 Ford sedan. The sedan’s driver suffered serious injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital, while a passenger in the car also sustained injuries and received medical care.

VSP continues to investigate both incidents to determine the exact sequence of events and contributing factors.

If you’ve been injured in a collision on Interstate 81, it’s important to know your rights. Reach out to our I-81 personal injury lawyers for guidance and representation. We’re here to help you pursue the compensation you deserve.