Virginia Beach, VA (October 5, 2021) – A serious crash on North Great Neck Road that occurred Monday evening, October 4, left one man dead.
Police say that 58-year-old John Hefti died in the accident, which occurred at the intersection of Shorehaven Drive and North Great Neck Road near Cox High School.
Initial reports state that a Ford pick-up truck was traveling northbound in the 1600 block of North Great Neck Road when it veered into oncoming traffic. Hefti’s vehicle was hit head-on, which pushed it into the path of another vehicle traveling southbound, according to police.
Officials said additional cars were hit by debris from the crash.
Law enforcement said this case remains under active investigation. It’s unclear if any other victims suffered injuries.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of John Hefti. Our thoughts are with any victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in Virginia
Each day, millions of people throughout our state use motor vehicles to travel to and from their destinations. Automobiles are an extremely popular method for transportation and allow most people to make it safely where they intend to go. Regrettably, this is not always the case.
In fact, hundreds of people lose their lives in motor vehicle accidents each year in Virginia. In many cases, driver negligence is the cause of these collisions. There are numerous instances where people lose their lives due to drivers engaging in the following behaviors while operating their vehicles:
- Speeding
- Disobeying traffic control devices
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Using cell phones or engaging in other distracting behaviors
When drivers fail to give their full attention to the road ahead, it can have detrimental consequences for others. When victims lose their lives in preventable accidents as a result of other drivers’ negligence, it is crucial that their families reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Virginia Beach as soon as possible. Families may be entitled to compensation to help alleviate the financial burdens they face moving forward.
Virginia Beach Personal Injury Attorney
Working with a competent Virginia Beach attorney will ensure your family is able to move forward and recover after experience a loss resulting from the negligence of another driver. Virginia Beach personal injury attorney Ron Kramer of Virginia Beach Law Firm has extensive experience helping grieving families get the justice they deserve after losing a loved one in a preventable collision.
We provide proven and effective legal guidance to ensure our clients are able to protect their legal rights after enduring a tragic loss. Our team stops at nothing to ensure our clients are in the best position possible to move forward. If you’ve lost a loved one in an auto accident in the Virginia Beach area, contact our Virginia Beach personal injury law firm at (757) 802-4662 to schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience to explore legal options available for you in your time of need.
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