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Greensboro, NC – Victoria Tate Killed in Tuesday Crash on I-40

Published on: June 23, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Greensboro, NC (June 23, 2021) – A 51-year-old woman was among two people who were killed in a three-car crash on Interstate 40 in Greensboro. The accident happened around 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22nd.

The Greensboro Police Department was called to the scene just after the collision occurred. According to reports, 19-year-old Priya Hairston was traveling on I-40 when, for unknown reasons, her car crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a white Kia. The car then struck a black Jeep before all three vehicles came to rest. The driver of the Kia, 51-year-old Victoria Tate, was killed in the crash. Tate’s 17-year-old passenger was also killed and another child in the Kia was transported to a hospital in unknown condition. There is no word on whether any other injuries were sustained.

Following an investigation, police charged Hairston with driving left of center and two counts of misdemeanor death by motor vehicle. No further information has been reported at this time.

Currituck County, NC – Mariah Sayre Killed in N.C. 34 Hit-and-Run

Published on: June 23, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Currituck County, NC (June 23, 2021) – Police in Currituck County are investigating following a deadly hit-and-run crash on Monday night. The crash took place just after 9:00 p.m. on North Carolina Highway 34 near Indiantown Road in Shawboro.

According to a report, Mariah Kelsy Sayre, was walking near the road when she was struck by a vehicle. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene following the collision. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol, along with rescue crews, arrived at the scene where Sayre was pronounced dead as a result of her injuries.

A surveillance video in the area captured the incident. Following an investigation, troopers were able to locate the driver and vehicle involved in the crash. At this time, it is not believed that alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash. Police are still investigating to determine whether any charges will be filed.

Winston-Salem, NC – Five Hurt in Three-Vehicle Accident on Akron Drive

Published on: June 22, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Winston-Salem, NC (June 22, 2021) – Police in Winston-Salem responded to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash with injuries on Monday, June 21st. The accident happened at the intersection of Akron Drive and Ogburn Avenue.

Police say that a total of three vehicles were involved in the collision. Rescue workers arrived at the scene after the crash and transported five people to a local hospital with undisclosed injuries. There was a heavy police and emergency presence near the crash site. The intersection remained closed for several hours while police investigated and cleared debris. There is no word on the cause of the collision at this time. At least one of the victims suffered serious injuries but no one involved has been identified.

The crash remains under investigation. There is no further information available.

Fort Bragg, NC – One Killed, Two Hurt in Car Accident on Raeford Vass Rd.

Published on: June 22, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Fort Bragg, NC (June 22, 2021) – A soldier from Fort Bragg died in a car accident that took place on Thursday, June 17th. The crash happened around 9:15 a.m. on Raeford Vass Road near the intersection with Plank Road.

Police and rescue workers responded to reports of a car accident in the area shortly after the crash occurred. According to police, there were at least two injuries in addition to the soldier’s death. All three victims were soldiers who were traveling to a training range when the collision occurred. There is no word at this time on the cause of the crash but it has been deemed accidental. Police have not identified those involved and there is no information on whether any charges are expected to be filed. It is not clear how many vehicles were involved in the accident.

No further information has been released at this time.

Davidson County, NC – One Killed, One Hurt in Two-Car Crash on N.C. 109

Published on: June 21, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Davidson County, NC (June 21, 2021) – A man from Lexington was killed in a crash that took place on Friday night in Davidson County. The collision happened just after 9:30 p.m. on North Carolina Highway 109 near Snyder Station Road.

Salisbury, NC – Caleb Jarvis Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Jake Alexander Blvd.

Published on: June 21, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Salisbury, NC (June 21, 2021) – An 18-year-old was killed in a motorcycle crash that took place in Salisbury on Saturday, June 19th. The crash happened just after 2:00 p.m. on Jake Alexander Boulevard at Julian Road.

According to Sgt. Russ DeSantis of the Salisbury Police Department, 18-year-old Caleb Jarvis was riding his motorcycle southbound on Jake Alexander when he collided with a Chevrolet Malibu as the Malibu attempted to make a left turn onto Julian Road. Jarvis was thrown from the motorcycle and died at the crash scene. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The driver of the Malibu, who was not identified, was not injured in the crash. Both the Malibu and the motorcycle suffered heavy front-end damage. Motorists were asked to avoid the area.

Police continue to investigate. There is no word if any charges are expected to be filed.

Charlotte, NC – Injury Crash Reported on University City Blvd.

Published on: June 21, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Charlotte, NC (June 21, 2021) – Police and rescue crews were on the scene of a crash in Charlotte on Monday, June 21st. The crash happened around 9:00 p.m. on University City Boulevard.

When police arrived at the site of the crash they determined that at least one person had sustained undisclosed injuries. The injured victim received treatment at the scene. At this time, there is no word on the full nature or extent of the injuries. No information was provided on the cause of the accident or the number of injuries sustained. Motorists were advised to exercise caution near the crash scene and were told to find alternate routes of travel if possible. There were no reported road closures.

Police are still gathering information on the accident at this time and have not said whether anyone will face charges.

Gastonia, NC – Terry Buchanan Seriously Hurt in I-85 Motorcycle Crash

Published on: June 20, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Gastonia, NC (June 20, 2021) – One person was seriously injured in a crash involving a car and a motorcycle in Gastonia on Saturday, June 19th. The collision happened just after 4:00 p.m. on Interstate 85 near Exit 17.

The Gastonia Police Department reports that 53-year-old Terry Buchanan was riding his motorcycle in a northbound direction on I-85 when he collided with a car. Rescue workers responded to the scene and rushed Buchanan to Caromont Regional Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the other car, who was not identified, was not injured in the crash. There is no information on the events leading up to the accident.

An investigation is ongoing at this time and it is not clear if any charges are expected to be filed. Anyone with information on the collision is asked to contact the Gastonia Police Department. No further information is available.

Newton, NC – Four Hospitalized Following Multi-Car Crash on W. 7th St.

Published on: June 20, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Newton, NC (June 20, 2021) – Four people were taken to the hospital following a crash involving a driver’s ed vehicle in Newton on Wednesday afternoon. The crash took place on West 7th Street.

According to Newton Police Chief Vidal Sipe, there were as many as six cars involved in the crash. Four of the victims were transported to area hospitals after the crash. At least two of the victims were in critical condition. One of the critically injured victims was in the driver’s ed vehicle at the time of the accident. There is no word on the events leading up to the crash and none of the victims have been identified at this time. Police have not said whether any charges are expected to be filed.

There is no further information available at this time. An investigation into the accident is ongoing at this time.

Winston-Salem, NC – Moenasha Littlejohn Hurt in Crash on Mock St.

Published on: June 20, 2021 | Jason M. Burton

Winston-Salem, NC (June 20, 2021) – A woman from Winston-Salem was hurt in a two-car crash that took place in the city on Thursday, June 17th. The accident happened on Mock Street near Eller Way at approximately 4:30 p.m.

According to Officer B.T. Smith of the Winston-Salem Police Department, Moenasha Littlejohn was traveling on Mock Street when she came to a stop sign. While at the stop sign, her car was hit by a vehicle driven by Tommy Lee Williams, of Winston-Salem. Littlejohn suffered undisclosed injuries in the crash and was taken to Baptist Hospital by Life Star EMS. Williams was not injured in the collision.

Following an investigation, Officer Smith charged Williams with driving while license revoked. No additional information has been released at this time.

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