NORFOLK, VA — A single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning claimed the life of a 19-year-old Norfolk resident. Police identified the victim as Brenden J. Holland, who was killed when his vehicle struck a tree along Terminal Boulevard.
According to the Norfolk Police Department, the crash happened around 4:00 a.m. on June 15 in the 1500 block of Terminal Boulevard. Emergency personnel responded to reports of a vehicle that had left the roadway and collided with a tree. Upon arrival, officers found Holland inside the car, unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
Investigators with the department’s Auto Fatality Team are working to determine what led to the deadly crash. So far, the cause remains unknown. Authorities have not said whether speed, weather conditions, or driver impairment played a role in the incident. The investigation is still active, and officials are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Police have not disclosed whether there were any eyewitnesses to the crash or if any surveillance footage is available from the surrounding area. As the investigation continues, detectives are hoping that additional details will help them piece together the events leading up to the collision.
The sudden and tragic death of Brenden Holland has left the community in mourning. Family members, friends, and classmates are grieving the loss of a young life taken far too soon. Police have extended their condolences to his loved ones and are asking the public to respect the family’s privacy as they deal with their loss.
As the community reflects on this tragedy, Norfolk police are once again urging drivers to stay vigilant, especially during early morning hours when conditions may be more hazardous. They emphasize the importance of wearing seatbelts, driving within speed limits, and avoiding distractions behind the wheel. Additional information about the crash will be released as the investigation develops.
