A tree apparently felled by high winds killed a landscaping worker in Goochland County.
The Goochland Sheriff’s Office identified Friday’s victim as 56-year-old Javier Hernandez of Henrico County. He was working with a crew at a residence when the tree fell and struck him.
Deputy Sheriff Chad Hatton told the Richmond Times-Dispatch the death occurred shortly after 1 p.m. Hernandez was pronounced dead at the scene.
Copyright 2026 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Was this article valuable?
Here are more articles you may enjoy.
Florida Woman Drives Elevated Pickup Over Lamborghini Sports Car in Parking Lot 
Missed Warnings, Flawed Communication at Play in LaGuardia Crash 
Adjusters: Why the Indemnification Clause Should Stay Top of Mind 
Report: Cargo Theft Down for Quarter, But Criminals Are Getting More Savvy 
Want to stay up to date?
Get the latest insurance news
sent straight to your inbox.