Six People Including Two Juveniles Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on I-264 Near Frederick Boulevard [PORTSMOUTH, VA]

Six people were injured — including two juveniles — in a two-vehicle crash Sunday evening on eastbound Interstate 264 near Exit 5 at Frederick Boulevard in Portsmouth, according to Virginia State Police. Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 8:00 p.m. on July 27, 2026. All six crash victims, four adults and two minors, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Virginia State Police are investigating the cause of the crash, and no further details have been released.

Interstate 264 is one of the primary east-west corridors in Hampton Roads, connecting Portsmouth and Norfolk to Virginia Beach and serving as a major route for both commuters and visitors to the region. The stretch near Frederick Boulevard is a heavily traveled section of the interstate where traffic merges near Exit 5, creating conditions where lane changes, speed differentials, and driver inattention can quickly lead to serious collisions.

When a crash on an interstate highway injures multiple occupants, the legal issues involved may be more complex than in a typical two-vehicle collision. Depending on the circumstances, injured passengers may have legal options under Virginia law. Preserving evidence and documenting injuries early can be important while investigators determine how the crash occurred.

Even injuries initially reported as non-life-threatening can require ongoing medical treatment and recovery. Keeping records of medical care, follow-up appointments, and other crash-related expenses may be helpful if questions arise later regarding the extent of an injured person’s losses.

Virginia’s contributory negligence rule can significantly affect motor vehicle accident claims. The specific facts surrounding how this collision occurred may play an important role in determining whether an injured person has legal options under Virginia law. Evidence collected during the investigation, including witness statements and any available video footage, may help investigators determine how the crash happened.

If you or a family member was injured in this crash or any other auto accident on I-264 or another major roadway in Portsmouth or across Hampton Roads, Breit Law is here to help. With more than 47 years of trial experience, William Breit has represented injured individuals and families throughout Portsmouth and Hampton Roads. To speak with an experienced Virginia personal injury attorney, contact us today.

Source: Wavy

Map showing the area of Interstate 264 near Frederick Boulevard in Portsmouth, where the two-vehicle crash occurred.