Tyler Thrasher
Tyler Thrasher is a Regional Digital Content Creator for FOX 5 NY, FOX 29 Philadelphia and FOX 5 DC.
Tyler started his news career at WRIC ABC 8News in Richmond, Virginia, as a photojournalist after graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2017.
Also affectionately known as "Thrash" — Tyler worked his way up through the newsroom, becoming a news reporter in Nov. 2019, right before the coronavirus pandemic hit. He covered events ranging from Richmond social justice movements, critical election cycles, and extensive coverage of efforts to change hazing laws in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He also served as one of the team's sports anchors for local coverage.
After a few years, he ultimately stepped into a leadership role at 8News, serving as the station's Digital Executive Producer.
He is currently a graduate student pursuing a Master's Degree at University of Florida Online, studying Mass Communications in Digital Strategy.
Tyler has many hobbies like writing music, playing soccer, signing up to run local races and playing with his rescue dog, Bella.
The latest from Tyler Thrasher
3 killed in overnight Route 301 crash in Prince George's County
Three people were killed, and another person was injured early Sunday morning in a multi-vehicle crash involving a rideshare vehicle and a hit-and-run driver on Route 301 in Prince George's County.
Charges filed against knife-wielding suspect shot by officer at Fairfax Wawa
A knife-wielding suspect shot by police at a Fairfax Boulevard Wawa is now facing charges as the officer-involved shooting investigation continues.
DC double shooting leaves 2 men wounded on MLK Jr. Avenue SE
D.C. police say two men were shot early Sunday on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE. Both were taken to hospitals.
Minnesota Avenue shooting leaves man dead in Northeast DC
A man died after being shot Saturday night on Minnesota Avenue NE in D.C., police said. MPD’s Homicide Unit is investigating, and more details are expected later today.
13-year-old killed in Northeast DC shooting; suspect last seen on bike
A 13-year-old boy was shot and killed Saturday night in Northeast D.C., police said. MPD’s Homicide Unit is investigating as officers search for a juvenile suspect last seen on a bike.
Person armed with knife shot by officer at Fairfax Boulevard Wawa: Police
An individual armed with a knife was shot by a City of Fairfax police officer overnight at a Wawa on Fairfax Boulevard, officials said.
Red card rules at the FIFA World Cup: What can get a player sent off?
Florian Balogun was at the center of a controversial red-card decision in Wednesday's match between the U.S. and Bosnia and Herzegovina. This has left many to search for what exactly a player can be sent off for in a World Cup match.
Justice Department files lawsuit against Virginia over new semi-automatic rifle ban
The Justice Department is taking Virginia to court over a new gun law restricting the purchase and sale of certain semi-automatic firearms, including AR-15-style rifles.
63-year-old man dies after kitchen fire at Columbia apartment building
A 63-year-old man died after a kitchen fire broke out inside a Columbia apartment building. Investigators say the fire appears to have been accidental.
Burke woman dies after car crashes into parked vehicle in Arlington driveway
A Burke woman died after police said her car left the road and crashed into a parked vehicle in an Arlington driveway. Investigators believe she may have suffered a medical emergency before the crash.