CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — An off-duty firefighter was killed in a motorcycle crash on West Hundred Road Friday afternoon.
According to Chesterfield Police, 23-year-old Sammy Ershidat was traveling east on a motorcycle around 4:30 p.m. when he collided with a vehicle that was exiting the Grand Oaks Apartments.
Ershidat was taken to the hospital after the crash, where he died of his injuries.
He was a career firefighter of nearly two years with Chesterfield County Fire and EMS, graduating from Recruit School 68 in 2024. He was assigned to Engine 211 “C” Shift at Fire Station 11 on Iron Bridge Road.
“We are all saddened by the loss of Firefighter Sammy Ershidat, who was taken from us as his career as a firefighter had just begun. He proudly served the residents of Dale while assigned to one of the busiest stations in Chesterfield County,” said Fire Chief Edward L. Senter, Jr., in a statement. “I ask that the community lift-up Firefighter Ershidat’s family and co-workers in prayer during this very difficult time.”
The driver of the vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Police continue to investigate this incident. Anyone with information should contact the Chesterfield County Police Department at 804-748-1251 or Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660 or through the P3 app.
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