Cumberland County, VA — A heartbreaking tragedy has left the community of North Chesterfield mourning the loss of 19-year-old Edilmar H. Alvarez Sunun, who lost his life in a devastating crash Tuesday morning, November 4, 2025.
According to the Virginia State Police, the fatal single-vehicle accident occurred around 8:05 a.m. on Anderson Highway near Blenheim Road. Investigators say Edilmar was driving a 2017 Ford Fiesta westbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the road at a high rate of speed, struck a tree, spun, and caught fire. Despite the quick arrival of emergency responders, Edilmar sadly passed away at the scene. Authorities confirmed that he was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash.
Edilmar was a young man full of life, dreams, and energy — someone who brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew him. Friends and family describe him as kind-hearted, hardworking, and full of promise, with a smile that could light up any room. His sudden passing has left an indescribable void in the hearts of his loved ones and the North Chesterfield community.
As family and friends grieve this unimaginable loss, they hold tightly to the memories they shared with him — his laughter, his compassion, and his bright spirit that will never be forgotten.
The Virginia State Police continue to investigate the crash.