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
Pedestrian left unresponsive after being struck on New Hampshire Avenue in Silver Spring
An adult female pedestrian was left unresponsive after being struck by a vehicle Friday afternoon on New Hampshire Avenue in Montgomery County.
Damaging winds and flash flooding threat push into DC, Maryland, and Virginia
A slow-moving cold front tracking across the region brings a threat of severe storms, 60 mph wind gusts, and flash flooding to the D.C. region, Maryland, and Virginia.
Two drivers charged with reckless driving after fiery crash on I-66 Express Lanes kills 3
Two drivers face reckless driving charges after a stopped truck carrying oxygen tanks was hit on I-66 in Fairfax County, killing three people.
Pedestrian killed after being struck on I-395 in Alexandria
Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash Monday night on Interstate 395 in Alexandria.
Maryland awards $11.3M for 24 bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects
Maryland is awarding $11.3 million in grants to fund 24 bicycle, pedestrian, and trail infrastructure projects across the state.
Alexandria uses goats to clear invasive plants on steep slopes at All Veterans Park
Alexandria is launching a pilot program using goats to clear invasive plants along the steep slopes of All Veterans Park.
16-year-old girl killed in Manassas shooting identified; search for second gunman continues
Community members and city leaders held a gathering to mourn a 16-year-old Patriot High School student who was killed when gunfire broke out at the Manassas First Friday event.
31-year-old Maryland man found shot to death on Southern Avenue in Southeast DC
A 31-year-old Maryland man was found shot to death Monday afternoon on Southern Avenue in Southeast D.C.
16-year-old girl killed, man injured in Old Town Manassas shooting: 1 arrested
A 16-year-old girl was killed in a shooting that disrupted First Friday in Manassas. A 21-year-old man has been arrested, and police are searching for a second shooter.
Pepco still working to restore power to hundreds after severe storms in DC and Maryland
Some progress from Pepco on Sunday morning after this week’s severe storms, with just over 300 people still without power.