Berkeley County, WV – A serious two-vehicle crash slowed traffic on Interstate 81 northbound Thursday morning after icy roadway conditions contributed to a collision near the 4.8 mile marker, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said the crash happened around 8:35 a.m. on Thursday, January 1, 2026, when a Nissan Rogue, driven by Liko Williams of Winchester, Virginia, allegedly rear-ended a semi-truck that was stopped in traffic due to earlier accidents. The semi was driven by Ricardo Morales Rojas of Alamo, Texas, officials said.
The sheriff’s office reported that icy conditions from recent winter weather are believed to have played a major role in the crash. Williams sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to INOVA Fairfax Hospital in Virginia for treatment. His family has been notified, officials confirmed.
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team, led by Sergeant Ennis, continues to investigate the incident. No further updates on Williams’ condition were available as of Thursday afternoon.
Anyone with information about this crash is urged to contact the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office at 304-267-7000 or submit a tip online.
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