Infant Killed in Albemarle County Pedestrian Crash

A tragic incident occurred on October 24 when a sedan struck a group of six pedestrians attempting to cross Stony Point Road in Albemarle County, resulting in the death of a four-month-old infant. The crash also injured a 38-year-old woman and two other children aged three and one-and-a-half, all of whom were transported to the University of Virginia Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. The infant succumbed to injuries on October 30, marking the second pedestrian fatality in the area this month. The driver of the sedan remained at the scene and was uninjured, with no charges filed as the investigation continues. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation by the Albemarle County Police Department. The situation highlights growing concerns over pedestrian safety in the region.