Pedestrian Injured on Colley Ave & West 47th in Norfolk

On September 17, 2025, around 9:45 a.m., a pedestrian was critically injured in a crash involving a city-owned vehicle at the intersection of West 47th Street and Colley Avenue in Norfolk.

According to reports, emergency responders from Norfolk Fire-Rescue arrived on the scene and provided prompt medical aid before transporting the injured person to the hospital for critical care.

According to police, the driver of the city-owned vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Details about how the crash occurred are not yet available.

Rights of Injured Pedestrians

Pedestrian accidents in Norfolk are, unfortunately, common. The crash site is in a mixed residential/commercial area near Old Dominion University. Colley Avenue is known to carry both vehicle traffic and pedestrian crossings, especially during the morning as people are moving to work, school, or running errands.

Without the protection of a vehicle, pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to severe injuries, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and internal trauma. Recovery can be lengthy and costly, often involving hospitalization, rehabilitation, and long-term medical care.

Virginia law allows injured pedestrians to pursue claims if a driver’s negligence played a role in the crash. This can include speeding, distracted driving, or failure to yield the right of way. In accidents involving government vehicles, it is critical to contact an attorney as soon as possible due to legal deadlines.

Norfolk Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Our attorneys bring decades of extensive experience handling personal injury cases in Norfolk, including pedestrian accidents. The Law Offices of Richard J. Serpe, P.C. is conveniently located in downtown Norfolk, providing accessible guidance and support.

Attorney Richard Serpe has spent nearly 40 years advocating for innocent victims, earning a reputation as a trusted and respected attorney in the community. His dedication to justice has led to numerous accolades, including being recognized in Best Lawyers in America® since 2005, where he was named Personal Injury Lawyer of the Year in Norfolk in 2020.