If you were involved in an auto accident in West Virginia, you must get a copy of your West Virginia accident report as soon as possible, if you plan to file a claim. The information in a traffic police report can be used for insurance purposes, which is why it’s so important that you get a copy for your records as soon as possible.
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238Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Traffic deaths in West Virginia, 2025 (early estimate)
-7.0%Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Change in West Virginia traffic deaths from 2024 (256 deaths)
1.46Source: NHTSA, Early Estimate of Motor Vehicle Traffic Fatalities and Fatality Rate in 2025 (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026), Table 3, state estimates
Deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled in West Virginia, 2025 (early estimate; 1.57 in 2024)
238Source: NHTSA FARS 2024 Annual Report File
Fatal crashes in FARS, West Virginia, 2024
2025 figures are NHTSA's early estimate (DOT HS 813 800, April 2026) and will be revised when the 2025 Annual Report File is released in early 2027. Crash-level figures are from the NHTSA FARS 2024 Annual Report File, the latest year published.
West Virginia quick facts
West Virginia quick facts list the newest sourced crash figures for the state, taken from NHTSA publications.
Traffic deaths, 2025 (early estimate): 238, a change of -7.0% from 256 in 2024 (NHTSA DOT HS 813 800, Table 3).
Fatality rate, 2025 (early estimate): 1.46 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled, compared with 1.57 in 2024.
Fatal crashes, 2024: FARS records 238 fatal crashes and 256 deaths in West Virginia.
Latest fatal crash in the 2024 file: Dec 31, 2024, on US-52, Wayne County.
Figures come from NHTSA; the 2025 numbers are early estimates and NHTSA revises them in early 2027, and the 2024 crash-level file can still be revised.
West Virginia compared with the United States
The bars compare West Virginia's traffic fatality rate and death count with the national figures, using the same NHTSA table for every row. The 2025 figures are early estimates.
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At AccidentReports.com, you can take advantage of our crash report information center and search for your traffic report as soon as it’s available. Searches are fast and simple. To start your search, fill out the form on this page and submit your accident information for assistance. Fill Out the Form on this Page to Begin Your Online Accident Report Search
Crash Report Form-01‐2704A R11- What is it?
Private citizens in Arizona are not required to file a crash report, however, a police officer that responds to the scene of an auto accident is required to fill one out if:
The accident resulted in death
The accident resulted in injuries
Vehicle damage or property damage exceeded $1,000
If a citation was issued
You must remain at the scene of the accident until law enforcement arrives. After you’ve spoken to the responding police officer, you will be cleared to leave. During this time, the police officer will ask you a series of questions regarding the events that led up to the accident and will obtain your personal information. All of this information will be documented in the accident report.
If you were involved in an auto accident and it meets the conditions mentioned above, a police officer must fill out an accident report. In most cases, they will be required to complete the form within twenty-four hours.
The crash report will contain the following information regarding traffic collisions:
Date and time of the accident
Location of the accident
Property damage descriptions
Identifying information regarding all of the parties involved including witnesses, such as:
Proof of insurance
Vehicle ownership and registration
Phone number, address, and full names of all parties involved
The form will also include a narrative description concerning the facts surrounding the accident, as well as a simple diagram of the accident scene, the police officer’s name, identification number, and police agency.
West Virginia Fatal Car Crashes on Record
These are fatal crashes in West Virginia recorded in NHTSA's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) for 2024, the latest year NHTSA has published crash-level data. FARS counts 238 fatal crashes and 256 deaths in West Virginia that year; the table lists the 25 most recent, newest first. The 2024 file is NHTSA's Annual Report File and can still be revised. A dash means the field was not reported or the crash happened outside city limits.
You can get a copy of your West Virginia police report at AccidentReports.com, or you can go through the West Virginia State Police, or other local law enforcement agencies.The West Virginia State Police offers two ways to get copies of reports:
Fill Out a Report Request Form In-Person
You can visit the West Virginia State Police and fill out a Crash Report Form Request to obtain a copy of your driver report.The West Virginia State Police Department is located at:701 Jefferson RoadSouth Charleston, West Virginia25309Contact the department by phone, before you attempt to pick up your report to ensure it’s available.Phone: (304) 746-2499
By Mail
You can send a written request for your formal police report to the West Virginia State Police Department and send your written request to:ATTN: Traffic Records Section701 Jefferson RoadSouth Charleston, West Virginia25309You must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope and the appropriate fee.
A WV traffic report is $25 per copy. Forms of accepted payment include certified checks, money orders, business checks, and credit cards.
Names and contact information of all parties involved
Description of bodily injury/personal injury sustained
Description of damage to vehicle
Crash damage to personal property
Diagram of the auto accident scene
Description of circumstances of traffic crashes
The opinion of the investigating law enforcement officer concerning who they believe was at fault for the motor vehicle collision
License plate numbers/vehicle identification number
Insurance policy information
Police officer’s name and badge number
Any citations issued or arrests made (DUI, DWI, speeding, reckless driving, etc.)
Anything that may have contributed to the automobile accident (road debris, animal, pedestrian, traffic jam, bicyclist, etc.)
If you were involved in a crash on a rural road or highway, or your crash took place outside of the State Police’s jurisdiction, contact one of the following sheriff’s departments:
Grant County Sheriff’s Department
Hampshire County Sheriff’s Department
Mineral County Sheriff’s Department
Crash victims should obtain a copy of their traffic report as soon as possible for insurance purposes.When you’re involved in an accident and sustain personal injuries or property damage, you may be eligible to pursue a personal injury claim for compensation. An accident report contains important information, including the reporting police officer’s opinion regarding which driver they believe was negligent, a description of property damage and personal injuries, any citations that were issued, and other vital information that can help a personal injury attorney build a strong case for your compensation claim. This basic report is essential evidence that an accident attorney can use to back up their evaluation of damages and negotiate a fair settlement that will provide the compensation you need to move on with your life.
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