Man Seriously Injured in E-Bike Crash in Chesterfield County
TL;DR: A man was seriously injured Thursday morning after losing control of an electric bike and crashing into a parking lot in Chesterfield County.
Quick facts
- Who: An unidentified male
- What: E-bike crash at intersection of Forest Hill Avenue and Buford Road; rider attempted a wheelie, lost control, and crashed into CVS parking lot
- When: Thursday morning, approximately 10:30 a.m.
- Where: Forest Hill Avenue and Buford Road, Chesterfield County (near CVS pharmacy)
The story
A man suffered life-threatening injuries Thursday morning after an electric bike crash at the intersection of Forest Hill Avenue and Buford Road in Chesterfield County.
According to Chesterfield County Police, the man was attempting to perform a wheelie on the e-bike when he lost control. He went over an embankment and crashed into the parking lot of a nearby CVS pharmacy. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m.
The rider sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to Chippenham Hospital. Police confirmed that he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Chesterfield County Police continue to investigate the incident. The man's identity has not been disclosed.
Why it matters: E-bike-related injuries have been increasing across the region, raising questions about rider safety practices and helmet use among electric bike users in Chesterfield County.
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- 2026-10-15E-bike crash at Forest Hill Avenue and Buford Road: Man attempting wheelie on e-bike lost control, went over embankment, and crashed into CVS parking lot around 10:30 a.m., sustaining life-threatening injuries. Not wearing helmet. Transported to Chippenham Hospital. [source]
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