Hampton, VA (August 6, 2025) — A devastating multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 64 in Hampton resulted in the death of a two-year-old boy and left two adults injured late Tuesday evening.

According to reports, the crash took place around 8:35 p.m. on July 30 in the westbound lanes of Interstate 64 near the Interstate 664 interchange. Virginia State Police say a 2011 Toyota Sienna was struck from behind by a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, causing the Sienna to spin and collide with a 2004 Honda Accord before crashing into a jersey wall. The Cruze veered into a guardrail, while the Accord remained in the travel lanes.

A two-year-old boy inside the Sienna, who was properly secured in a child safety seat, was transported to a local hospital but later died from his injuries. A 36-year-old woman in the Sienna sustained serious injuries, and the 37-year-old male driver suffered minor injuries.

The driver of the Cruze, 39-year-old Victor Martin Mendez of Hampton, was not injured and has been charged with following too closely. The driver of the Honda Accord was not hurt. The crash occurred in a construction zone that was inactive at the time.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

This article is based on initial information provided by Virginia State Police and may be updated as more details become available.

• The identities of the child victim and other injured parties have not been publicly released out of respect for the families involved.
• Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, including how speed and road conditions may have contributed.
• For ongoing traffic alerts or road closure updates on Interstate 64 in Hampton, consult the Virginia Department of Transportation or local news outlets.

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