Joshua Driver Remembered After Being Killed in Henrico Hit-and-Run as Investigation and Charges Follow

 A 16-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run crash on West Broad Street in Henrico County, Virginia, early Saturday morning, in a case that has led to the arrest of a driver and left a local family grieving a sudden and devastating loss.

Henrico police identified the victim as Joshua Driver, who was struck around 3 a.m. in the 7000 block of West Broad Street. Authorities said the vehicle involved left the scene immediately after the collision, prompting an investigation and search that continued through the early morning hours.

According to reports from investigators, Joshua’s body was not discovered until roughly three hours after the crash, when it was found in a grassy area along the shoulder of the roadway. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene, marking a tragic end to what authorities believe was a late-night walk home.

Family members shared that Joshua had been out earlier in the evening with his brother and had gone to a nearby restaurant before missing transportation on their return. Relatives believe he was likely walking home through the Willow Lawn area when the crash occurred, though officials are still reviewing the exact timeline and circumstances leading up to the incident.

Police later arrested 41-year-old John Daniel Bruehl in connection with the crash. He faces charges including hit-and-run and driving under the influence, according to investigators. Authorities have not released additional details about how the arrest was made or whether further charges may be considered as the investigation continues.

Joshua’s family described him as a young teenager who lived with autism and developmental disabilities, and they say his death has left them struggling to process the sudden loss. Loved ones have emphasized that he was a caring and familiar presence in their lives, and that his absence is deeply felt throughout the family and community.

A GoFundMe campaign organized by Joshua’s sister has been launched to help cover funeral and burial expenses. The fundraiser states that all donations will go directly toward supporting the family during this difficult time as they prepare memorial arrangements and cope with unexpected costs.

Community members in Henrico County have expressed condolences and concern following the tragedy, with many calling for greater awareness around pedestrian safety and impaired driving prevention. Authorities continue to investigate the crash and are asking anyone with additional information to come forward as they work to fully reconstruct the events of that early morning on West Broad Street.