Multiple Victims Hurt in Collision at S. 1st Street and E. Cary Street [Richmond, VA]

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Multiple Victims Hurt in Collision at S. 1st Street and E. Cary Street when a pre-dawn crash rattled Richmond’s Monroe Ward neighborhood just before 3:00 a.m. on May 11. Our offices were alerted as emergency crews from Richmond Fire-EMS and local law enforcement descended upon the intersection of South 1st Street and East Cary Street, where multiple vehicles lay mangled and debris was scattered across the roadway.

According to first responders, the accident was reported at approximately 2:56 a.m. They found several individuals suffering from injuries ranging in severity. Paramedics provided urgent medical care on the asphalt before transporting victims to nearby hospitals for further evaluation and treatment. Witnesses described a chaotic scene: shattered glass, crumpled metal, and overturned auto parts lining the street. Although authorities have not released the final injury count, early indications suggest several parties sustained significant harm.

Traffic in the Monroe Ward area was halted for over an hour as investigators meticulously documented skid marks, photographed damage, and cleared the roadway. Given the hour, congestion was light, but drivers approaching the scene were urged to proceed cautiously. Richmond Police Department detectives continue to probe the cause of the collision, examining whether excessive speed, impairment, or a failure to yield contributed to the crash.

In Virginia, victims of motor vehicle collisions may be entitled to various forms of compensation. We understand that physical injuries are only one part of the toll—medical bills can quickly escalate, lost wages accumulate during recovery, and emotional distress can linger long after visible wounds heal. Compensation at stake often includes medical expense reimbursement, coverage for ongoing rehabilitation, payment for property damage, and damages for pain and suffering or loss of consortium.

At Latham & Martin, P.C., we guide clients through every step: conducting a thorough investigation, consulting with accident reconstruction experts, gathering medical and employment documentation, and negotiating aggressively with insurance companies. If needed, our trial attorneys will advocate for you in court to secure the full measure of relief you deserve.

Car crashes remain a pervasive problem across Virginia. In 2023 alone, the Commonwealth logged over 118,000 traffic accidents, thousands of which resulted in serious injuries or lasting disabilities. Urban corridors like Richmond’s Monroe Ward, with tightly spaced intersections and frequent pedestrian activity, are particularly prone to high-impact collisions. Common injuries include whiplash, fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord trauma, and internal organ damage—each carrying its own risk of chronic pain or long-term impairment.

If you or a loved one were injured in the May 11 collision at S. 1st Street and E. Cary Street, don’t delay in protecting your legal rights. Early engagement with an experienced car accident attorney can make all the difference: we can preserve crucial evidence, coordinate timely medical evaluations, and manage communications with insurers to prevent unfair settlements. At Latham & Martin, P.C., our commitment is to lighten your burden so you can focus on recovery—let us put our decades of trial experience to work for you.

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