Henrico County, Virginia – Warren Wilson Davis II, a 56-year-old resident of Henrico, was tragically killed in a cycling accident on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The incident occurred at approximately 9:56 p.m. at the intersection of Nine Mile Road and Hart Street.
Henrico Police responded to the scene after receiving a report of a collision between a pickup truck and a cyclist riding a tricycle. According to preliminary investigations, Davis was traveling east on Nine Mile Road when he was struck by a pickup truck moving in the same direction. Despite officers’ efforts to administer life-saving measures, Davis was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital due to the injuries he sustained.
The driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with the authorities. Investigators are currently looking into the cause of the accident, with early indications suggesting that alcohol may have been a contributing factor.
Henrico Police are urging anyone with information about the crash to contact Crash Team Investigator B. Jennings at (804) 501-5000 or submit tips anonymously via Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or P3tips.com.
Several community members have expressed their condolences on social media. "Sending prayers that he is found safe," one Facebook user commented, reflecting the community’s grief and support for Davis’s family. Another post read, "Oh no! Sharing this info and praying for his family," highlighting the shock and sadness felt by those who knew him.
Henrico Police continue to remind the community about the importance of road safety through their "Watch Out Ahead Henrico" (WOAH!) campaign. The campaign emphasizes the shared responsibility of all road users—whether on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle—to ensure safety for everyone on the road.