The Virginia Beach community is heartbroken following the fatal crash of 47-year-old David German on the evening of Friday, October 31, 2025. According to the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD), German was riding northbound on an electric dirt bike along Cypress Avenue when his vehicle left the roadway and slammed into a light-pole. Emergency responders rushed him to a nearby hospital where, despite all efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries.
In the days since, friends and neighbors have described David as someone whose smile lit up rooms, a genuinely generous person who cared deeply for those around him. His passing has left a void in the lives of his family and everyone lucky enough to know him. Even as the VBPD’s Traffic Safety Unit investigates the exact cause of the crash, the community has rallied together to remember his warmth, his love for the outdoors, and the joy he brought.
The crash occurred on Cypress Avenue when German, riding his electric dirt bike northbound, veered off the road and struck a light pole. Investigators say the vehicle “left the roadway” and the collision happened on the evening of October 31. The cause remains under investigation. Two hours later, the initial report confirmed German was taken to the hospital in critical condition and later died.
Memories of David paint the picture of a man who was hardworking, thoughtful, and ready to help. In a community that values connection, his absence is felt in everyday moments: quiet gatherings, backyard chats, the bustle of neighborhood life. People recall how his laugh would ripple through a room, how he took genuine interest in the well-being of others, how his kindness left an imprint. These memories now serve as both comfort and reminder of how deeply one life can touch many.
The VBPD encourages anyone with information about the incident to reach out. They’re asking those who may have witnessed the crash, or have any tips, to contact (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymously via Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or through P3Tips.com. As the investigation continues, community members are also stepping up to support David’s loved ones—holding space for remembrance, reaching out with quiet gestures of solidarity, and showing up in ways that say “you’re not alone.”
Though his time on this earth was too short, David German’s legacy is one of simple, deep goodness. His life is a reminder of how precious every moment is, of how one person’s warmth can ripple far beyond what they might ever know. The Virginia Beach community mourns him—not just because a man is gone, but because someone who made a difference, who brought joy, has left that place forever changed. May he rest in lasting peace.