Juvenile Bicyclist Critically Injured in Bicycle Accident [VIRGINIA BEACH, VA]

A bicycle accident in Virginia Beach left a juvenile male bicyclist critically injured in a hit-and-run crash on Lynnhaven Parkway Wednesday night, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department. WAVY News 10 reported the incident on July 9, 2026. Police arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with the crash, and he is currently being held at the Virginia Beach City Jail without bond. The Virginia Beach Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit continues to investigate the incident.

Virginia Beach Police received a report of the bicycle-involved crash on Lynnhaven Parkway Wednesday night and arrived to find a juvenile male bicyclist with serious injuries. The 20-year-old man was arrested in connection with the crash following the investigation. Further details about the specific circumstances of the crash, including the exact location on Lynnhaven Parkway and the sequence of events, had not been publicly released as of this report.

A hit-and-run crash involving an injured child is among the most serious types of incidents that can occur on Virginia roadways. When a driver strikes a vulnerable road user — particularly a minor on a bicycle — and then chooses to flee the scene rather than stop and render aid, they commit both a criminal act and a profound moral failure. Under Virginia Code § 46.2-894, any driver involved in a crash resulting in injury or death is required by law to stop immediately, provide identifying information, and render reasonable assistance to those who are hurt. Leaving the scene of a crash that involves a seriously injured person is a felony offense in Virginia, and the arrest in this case reflects that seriousness.

The civil consequences of a hit-and-run crash are equally significant. When a driver’s negligence causes serious injury to a child and they flee, the family of the injured minor may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim for the full extent of the child’s injuries and losses. For minor victims, Virginia law generally tolls — or pauses — the statute of limitations until the child reaches the age of majority, though this does not mean the family should delay. Evidence is time-sensitive, medical documentation should be started as early as possible, and an attorney retained early can help ensure that the family’s legal rights are protected from the first days after the crash.

Children struck by vehicles in bicycle crashes frequently suffer serious and lasting injuries, including traumatic brain injury, fractures, and long-term physical and developmental impacts. The full extent of these injuries — and the costs of treating and recovering from them — may not be apparent immediately, which is why a thorough legal evaluation of the damages should account for both current and future medical needs, as well as the impact on the child’s quality of life going forward.

Lynnhaven Parkway is one of Virginia Beach’s busiest multi-lane roadways, and it has seen multiple serious crashes involving cyclists and pedestrians in recent years. The corridor’s high speeds and heavy traffic volumes make it a particularly dangerous environment for anyone traveling on foot or by bicycle.

If your child or a family member was injured in a bicycle crash or a hit-and-run in Virginia Beach or anywhere in Hampton Roads, Breit Law is here to help. With more than 47 years of trial experience, William Breit has fought for seriously injured Virginians and their families throughout Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and all of Hampton Roads — and he is not afraid to take your case to court. To speak with an experienced Virginia personal injury attorney, contact us today.

Source: Wavy

Scene of the hit-and-run bicycle crash on Lynnhaven Parkway in Virginia Beach, Virginia.