PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. — A profound sense of sorrow hangs over Pittsylvania County following a tragic side-by-side crash that claimed the life of 7-year-old Briggs Pullin on Sunday evening. A young life full of innocence, laughter, and promise was heartbreakingly cut short, leaving a family and community grieving an unimaginable loss.
According to Virginia State Police, the crash occurred around 5:15 p.m. on January 25 along Moorefield Bridge Road, approximately two-tenths of a mile south of Red Bud Lane. Authorities say a 2024 Can-Am Defender side-by-side was traveling southbound when the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to overturn. Briggs, who was a passenger, was partially ejected during the crash.
The driver, 35-year-old Corey Michael Pullin of Danville, was injured and transported to the hospital for treatment. Briggs was rushed to the hospital by emergency medical services, where, despite every effort by medical staff, he later succumbed to his injuries. State police have indicated that alcohol is believed to be a factor, and charges are pending as the investigation continues.
Beyond the details of the crash lies the far more painful truth: a child is gone far too soon. At just seven years old, Briggs Pullin represented everything pure and hopeful about childhood. He was a son, a family member, a bright young soul whose laughter and curiosity brought joy to those around him. His days should have been filled with school adventures, scraped knees, big dreams, and countless moments still waiting to unfold.
Those who knew Briggs remember a sweet, energetic child with a loving heart and a light that could not be ignored. His smile, his voice, and his presence will forever echo in the memories of his loved ones. Though his time on this earth was brief, the love he gave and received was immense—and that love will never fade.
This devastating incident serves as a sobering reminder of how fragile life truly is, and how decisions made in a moment can forever change the lives of others. As the investigation continues, a community pauses to mourn a child who deserved so much more time.
We ask for continued prayers, compassion, and support for the Pullin family as they navigate this overwhelming grief. May they find comfort in the love surrounding them, strength in one another, and peace in knowing that Briggs’ life—though heartbreakingly short—will always matter and will never be forgotten.
Rest peacefully, sweet Briggs Pullin. You will forever be loved, remembered, and missed.
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