Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Intentional pedestrian collision
2. Fatal pedestrian hit-and-run
A tragic incident in Chesterfield County, Va., resulted in the death of a woman who was hit by a driver in her neighborhood. The driver, identified as 22-year-old Daniel N. Anderson, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder after making threatening statements to the Emergency Communications Center. The incident occurred on Amherst Ridge Loop, where Anderson intentionally steered his vehicle towards pedestrians, resulting in the death of Shaunda Bizzell. The investigation is ongoing, and Anderson faces multiple charges including malicious wounding and making threats. For more information on this developing story, contact the CBS 6 Newsroom.
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. Woman Killed in Tragic Neighborhood Incident
A devastating incident occurred in Chesterfield County, Virginia, when a driver struck and killed a woman who was simply walking in her own neighborhood. The driver, identified as 22-year-old Daniel N. Anderson, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the incident.
Details of the Tragic Event
The heartbreaking situation unfolded on a Monday night, just before 7 p.m., in the peaceful Amherst neighborhood off Route 1. It all began when Anderson called the Emergency Communications Center (ECC) and made alarming and threatening statements, including threats of violence towards a school, a building, and even police officers.
Law enforcement officers swiftly responded to the scene on Amherst Ridge Loop, where they discovered a motor vehicle crash involving a 2012 Hyundai and two pedestrians. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the driver of the vehicle, Anderson, was the same individual who had made the threatening calls to the ECC. Despite the chaos, Anderson emerged unscathed and was taken into custody at the scene. The pedestrians involved in the collision were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Tragic Loss of Life
Regrettably, Shaunda Bizzell, a 42-year-old resident of the 16700 block of Amherst Ridge Place, succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. The second pedestrian, whose identity has not been disclosed, managed to survive the harrowing ordeal.
Authorities have revealed that their preliminary investigation indicates that Anderson, a resident of the 2700 block of Amherst Ridge Loop, deliberately directed his vehicle towards the pedestrians, leading to the fatal outcome. As a result, Anderson has been charged with second-degree murder, malicious wounding, and making threats of violence against others and property. He is currently being held without bond at the Chesterfield County Jail.
How You Can Assist
This is an evolving story, and any additional information or tips from the public could be crucial in shedding light on the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. If you have any relevant details to share, please consider reaching out to the CBS 6 Newsroom via email at newstips@wtvr.com.
As the community mourns the loss of Shaunda Bizzell and grapples with the aftermath of this shocking event, it serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together in times of adversity.