Virginia Beach Driver Sentenced for Fatal Crash
A man received over four years in prison for a 2024 collision that killed one person and injured another.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Accidents
Samuel Randolph was sentenced to four years and three months in prison following a fatal vehicle crash in Virginia Beach. The incident resulted in the death of 48-year-old Benjamin Alvarado Jr. and left a female passenger with serious injuries.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process regarding a crash caused by driving under the influence. It highlights the severe judicial consequences for operators who cause fatalities and maiming on local roadways.
Samuel Randolph received a four-year and three-month prison sentence, a $500 fine, and driver license revocation for charges including DUI Manslaughter and DUI Maiming. He is also mandated to complete the ASAP program and will serve supervised probation upon release.
The players
Samuel Randolph
He is the individual who was convicted and sentenced for driving under the influence resulting in a fatality.
Benjamin Alvarado Jr.
The 48-year-old victim died at the scene of the collision in Virginia Beach.
The details
Randolph collided with another vehicle while traveling in the 2400 block of Shore Drive in August 2024. Benjamin Alvarado Jr. died at the scene, and a second passenger required recovery for serious injuries sustained during the collision.
Timeline
The fatal vehicle crash occurred in August 2024.
Samuel Randolph was sentenced on October 2, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows the state's sentencing protocols for fatal impaired driving incidents. It reflects the ongoing application of Virginia's DUI Manslaughter statutes in addressing severe roadway accidents.
The resolution of this case reaffirms the strict enforcement of DUI laws in the city. Residents are reminded of the legal consequences for impaired driving, including mandatory license revocation and lengthy incarceration.
The takeaway
The court's decision underscores the permanent impact of impaired driving on victims and their families. Drivers are encouraged to prioritize safety to avoid the devastating legal and personal consequences of vehicle collisions.
Further reading
Learn more about local incident reporting at Virginia Beach Accidents.
