Virginia State Police are investigating a devastating chain-reaction crash that occurred on Thursday evening, September 25, 2025, along northbound Interstate 81 near mile marker 181.
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The collision involved six tractor-trailers, two passenger vehicles, and a medical transport van. Authorities confirmed that no patient was on board the transport van at the time of the crash.
Troopers reported multiple non-life-threatening injuries and one fatality. The deceased victim has been identified as 36-year-old Abdiqadir Ahmed Nur of Shakopee, Minnesota, who tragically died at the scene despite wearing his seatbelt. Investigators say his vehicle became caught in the pileup and collided with several tractor-trailers.
Officials believe the crash unfolded amid heavy rainfall as traffic slowed for an earlier two-vehicle accident. The resulting impact caused significant roadway disruption.
The driver of the medical transport van sustained serious injuries and was transported by ground to Rockbridge Community Hospital after a helicopter transfer was delayed due to poor weather.
Hazmat teams were deployed to manage fuel spills and debris, while VDOT set up detours along Route 11. All northbound lanes were eventually reopened by 1:00 a.m. Friday.
The Virginia State Police Crash Reconstruction Team continues to investigate the incident and is urging drivers to exercise caution during inclement weather conditions.