Woman killed after being struck on W. Mercury Blvd in Hampton

Dana Hazzard

April 18, 2024 at 4:48 AM

HAMPTON, Va.(WAVY) — Hampton Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash early Thursday morning.

According to police, the crash occurred in the 2400 block of West Mercury Blvd just before 1 a.m.

After investigating, it was revealed a 51-year-old Vanessa D. Lane was attempting to cross the street when she was struck by a passing vehicle.

The driver stayed on scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

No charges are pending at this time.

The crash remains under investigation by members of the Hampton Police Division’s Accident Reconstruction Team.

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