Ashland Police Investigates Vehicle into a Building...
On Friday, August 21, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Ashland Police Department responded to the 800 block of Thompson Street for a vehicle that crashed into a building. The vehicle struck the building and caused injury to three bystanders. Two of the three individuals received minor injuries. One of the injured parties was transported to VCU Medical Center with serious injuries.
Unfortunately, the third injured person, Polly Raines, 89, of Hanover County, was later pronounced deceased. Our sincere condolences and thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
On scene, the operator of the vehicle, Ramatou Zongo, 60, of Ruther Glen was charged with Reckless Driving.
At this time, this crash is an open investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this incident please contact the Ashland Police Department at 804-365-6140.
