NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – A 38-year-old man was killed in a crash
involving a street sweeper Wednesday night in Norfolk.
First responders were called to the scene around 10:45 p.m.
The preliminary investigation has revealed a Honda Accord
was traveling southbound on Tidewater Drive when it rear-ended a street sweeper
near the intersection of Philpotts Road. The driver of the Honda was taken to
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for treatment; however, he died shortly after
arrival.
The driver of the street sweeper was not injured during the
crash and there were no other vehicles involved.
Police have closed the southbound traffic lanes on Tidewater Drive
from Widgeon Road to Philpotts Road while they investigate. The closure should
last a couple hours.
The man’s identity will be released after his family has
been notified.
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