Fairfax County police are investigating a tragic traffic collision that left a local resident dead on Friday evening. Theresa Flynn, 53, of Chantilly, was traveling north across Route 50 at the intersection of Plaza Lane in the Greenbriar area when a west‑bound Kia Rio struck her wheelchair.
Details of the crash
According to detectives, Flynn was using a manual wheelchair to cross the roadway. The vehicle, a Kia Rio, was traveling westbound and collided with her wheelchair shortly before 7:30 p.m. The driver of the Kia Rio was not injured and remained at the scene while police and emergency responders arrived.
Flynn was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Authorities have confirmed that neither alcohol nor excessive speed appeared to have contributed to the incident.
Police response and investigation
Fairfax County police officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving a call about the collision. The crash remains under active investigation, and investigators are working with the county’s crash reconstruction unit to determine the precise circumstances surrounding the accident.
Anyone with information about the crash is being asked to contact the Fairfax County Police Department’s crash reconstruction unit at 703‑280‑0543 or to submit an anonymous tip through the hotline at 866‑411‑8477.
Community impact
The loss of Theresa Flynn has resonated deeply within the Chantilly and broader Fairfax County community. Local leaders and residents have expressed condolences to her family and called for continued attention to pedestrian safety, especially for individuals with mobility challenges.
Fairfax County officials have previously emphasized the importance of safe crossing infrastructure and driver awareness. While no new policy changes have been announced in direct response to this incident, the tragedy underscores the ongoing need for vigilance on busy roadways like Route 50.
Safety reminders
Police and safety advocates remind drivers to remain alert at intersections, obey posted speed limits, and be especially cautious when pedestrians, including those using wheelchairs or other assistive devices, are present. Pedestrians are encouraged to use marked crosswalks where available and to make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
Fairfax County continues to evaluate traffic safety measures and encourages community members to report hazardous conditions or unsafe driving behaviors to local law enforcement.
Original reporting: Alexandria, VA News – WTOP News — read the source article.
