Alexander Lloyd Chaplin and Jack Philip Oppenheim Obituary, Cause of Death – Two Men Killed in Fatal I-64 Crash in Henrico County

The Richmond, Virginia, community is mourning the deaths of Alexander Lloyd Chaplin, 38, and Jack Philip Oppenheim, 27, following a devastating single-vehicle accident on Interstate 64 in Henrico County on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

The crash claimed the lives of both men after their vehicle reportedly left the interstate, travelled down an embankment, overturned, and caught fire. Their deaths have deeply affected those who knew them, particularly members of Richmond’s running community, where Oppenheim was remembered as the founder of Capital Run Club.

Details of the Fatal I-64 Accident

According to Virginia State Police, the collision occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. on westbound Interstate 64 near the Parham Road exit, Exit 181B, in Henrico County.

Investigators reported that a 2016 Nissan Rogue was travelling along the interstate when it ran off the roadway and continued down an embankment. The vehicle overturned and subsequently caught fire.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene, where both occupants were pronounced dead.

The victims were identified as Alexander Lloyd Chaplin, 38, and Jack Philip Oppenheim, 27. Both were residents of Henrico County, Virginia.

The circumstances that caused the vehicle to leave the interstate have not been established. Virginia State Police are continuing to investigate the crash.

Capital Run Club Mourns Founder Jack Oppenheim

Jack Oppenheim’s death has been particularly painful for members of Richmond’s running community. He was the founder of Capital Run Club, an organisation he established in May 2024.

Inspired by the friendships and sense of belonging he had experienced in running communities elsewhere, Oppenheim created the club to give people a welcoming place to exercise, connect, and build meaningful relationships.

Following confirmation of his death, Capital Run Club shared an emotional tribute remembering his warmth, personality, and influence on the organisation.

The tribute described him as someone who was “full of love and full of life” and recognised the important role he played in bringing people together.

The message was also signed by Mason Dahl, who described Oppenheim as his best friend and reflected on the profound loss felt by those closest to him.

The club indicated that further plans to honour his memory would be announced.

Remembering Alexander Lloyd Chaplin

Alexander Lloyd Chaplin, 38, was the second man killed in the crash.

Public information about his personal background and family remains limited in the supplied account. Nevertheless, his death represents a devastating loss for his loved ones and everyone who knew him.

Both men died in the same incident, leaving their families and friends to face the difficult aftermath of the tragedy.

Virginia State Police Continue Investigation

Virginia State Police are investigating the fatal collision, with assistance from the department’s Crash Reconstruction Team.

Authorities have not announced a definitive explanation for why the Nissan Rogue left the roadway. The investigation is expected to examine the circumstances leading up to the vehicle overturning and catching fire.

Further findings may become available as the investigation progresses.

A Community Remembers

The deaths of Alexander Lloyd Chaplin and Jack Philip Oppenheim have left loved ones and members of the Richmond and Henrico communities grieving.

For Capital Run Club, Oppenheim’s passing means losing the person whose vision helped create a welcoming space and lasting friendships among runners.

As tributes continue, his contribution to the running community will remain part of the club’s story. Thoughts are with the families, friends, and everyone affected by the loss of both men.

May Alexander Lloyd Chaplin and Jack Philip Oppenheim rest in peace.