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Driver ejected and killed in Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel crash

Virginia State Police investigating after disabled vehicle struck
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HAMPTON, Va. β€” A driver died early Monday morning after a two-vehicle crash inside the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel on Interstate 64 eastbound.

Virginia State Police said the fatal crash occurred at approximately 2:38 a.m. on Jan. 5. after a grey Nissan Altima blew a tire and became disabled inside the tunnel.

A red Acura MDX then struck the disabled Altima, police added.

Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel crash
Police investigate crash inside Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel

The driver of the disabled Altima was ejected and died at the scene.

The driver of the Acura also suffered injuries and was taken to the hospital.

The Acura driver's condition has not yet been released.

Police have not released the identity of the deceased driver pending notification of next of kin.

The crash remains under investigation.

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