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
Man killed, woman critically injured after trash truck hit-and-run in Northwest DC
Police say a man was killed and a woman critically injured after being struck in Northwest D.C. The driver has been identified, and no charges have been filed.
Custodian arrested, found hiding in girls’ locker room during game at West Virginia high school: police
A custodian was discovered hiding in a girls’ locker room during a basketball game at Martinsburg High School, according to school district officials. Law enforcement responded and 29 charges have been filed.
DHS shutdown now in effect after Congress fails to reach funding deal
The Department of Homeland Security is now partially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the midnight deadline.
19-year-old Shepherd University student killed in off-campus shooting; suspect charged with murder
A Shepherd University student was shot and killed in an off-campus apartment early Friday morning. Authorities say a suspect has been arrested and charged with murder.
Fairfax County Fire mourns death of ‘unwaveringly dedicated’ 20-year veteran firefighter after brief illness
Fairfax County Fire is mourning the loss of 20-year veteran Firefighter Brandon Winfield, remembered as “unwaveringly dedicated.” He died Thursday after a brief illness.
Man charged in alleged assault of 10-year-old at Silver Spring Dave & Buster’s
Montgomery County police say a Germantown man has been charged after allegedly approaching a 10-year-old inside a Silver Spring Dave & Buster’s, removing the child’s socks and shoes and smelling their feet before leaving.
18-year-old killed, two teens injured after car crashes into pond in Wicomico County
Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash in Wicomico County that left one teenager dead and two others injured.
Man runs from stolen vehicle after seeing officers in Centreville, gun recovered: police
A man is in custody after Fairfax County detectives located a stolen vehicle in Centreville and recovered a firearm during a foot pursuit, police said.
Lucky Caroline County man wins $1 million Virginia Lottery scratcher prize in Ashland
A Caroline County resident claimed a $1 million top prize from a Virginia Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased in Ashland.
These Valentine’s Day scams are targeting DMV residents as holiday approaches: BBB
The Better Business Bureau has issued a Valentine’s Day scam alert, warning people living in the DMV about the most common frauds and how to avoid them.