Rutherford County, NC (October 30, 2020) – The victim of a pedestrian crash in Rutherford County has now been identified by authorities. The crash happened on Thursday, October 29th on Pearidge Road near the intersection with Collins Road.
Troopers with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the scene of the crash. According to a report, 21-year-old Charles Allen Jacob Bramlett, of Forest City, was driving a pickup truck on Pearidge when he struck four people who were standing in the roadway clearing a downed tree. After the collision, Bramlett fled the scene. He was later located and arrested by police.
One of the four victims, 62-year-old Michael Gene Green, was taken to a nearby hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Two of the other victims were transported with serious injuries. There is no update on their conditions at this time.
Bramlett was charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle and felony hit-and-run causing serious injury or death. There is no additional information at this time.
We wish to offer our most sincere condolences to the family of Micahel Green following this tragic fatal crash in Rutherford County. We hope that the injured victims are able to make a complete and speedy recovery.
North Carolina Pedestrian Accidents 
A North Carolina pedestrian accident is often a very serious matter for victims. Pedestrian accidents have an extremely high rate of injury, with more than 80% of these crashes resulting in the pedestrian being hurt in some way or another. Common injuries caused by pedestrian crashes include broken bones, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, and soft tissue injuries. These injuries can take a long time to heal and require extensive medical treatment that can result in mounting medical costs.
Many pedestrians are injured due to the negligence of motorists. Drivers who cause these crashes typically do so because they are inattentive to their surroundings. They might fail to see the pedestrian in a crosswalk, or may not slow down or stop until it is too late to avoid the crash. Unfortunately, the innocent pedestrian ends up with life-altering injuries that can affect their standard and quality of living on a daily basis.
If you have been hurt in a North Carolina pedestrian crash, you should speak with an attorney regarding your legal rights as soon as possible. You may be able to file a claim against the other driver and their insurance company to help you obtain valuable compensation. Only a trusted attorney can evaluate your case and determine the amount of compensation that you need in order to secure your future.
At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina pedestrian accident lawyer Jason M. Burton has assisted victims of traffic accidents throughout North Carolina for more than eight years. Mr. Burton is proud to serve citizens who have been victimized by the negligent and careless actions of others.
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