Wayne County, NC (December 22, 2020) – One person was killed in a two-car crash that took place on Monday, December 21st in Wane County, near Mount Olive. The crash occurred on North Carolina Highway 55, close to Kelly Springs Road.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene. According to a report, troopers say that a white pickup truck was traveling on N.C. 55 when the driver attempted to pass another car. As the pickup passed, it collided with the car that it was trying to pass. The crash caused the car to flip over several times before coming to rest. The female driver of the car suffered critical injuries and was taken to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead. The driver of the pickup was not hurt. There were no other vehicles involved in the accident. Neither driver has been identified at this time.
The Highway Patrol is still investigating the accident. Charges are pending against the driver of the pickup truck at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and most sincere condolences to the victim’s family following this tragic, fatal crash in Wayne County.
Fatal Accidents in North Carolina 
North Carolina’s roadways can be a very dangerous place for motorists. The number of fatal accidents in our state has continued to rise in recent years. In 2019, there were approximately 1,500 deadly crashes reported. Many of the victims of these car accidents were killed when they came into contact with a negligent driver. These motorists were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time and lost their lives because of the bad decision of a third party.
If you have lost a loved one in a North Carolina car accident, you are no doubt experiencing one of the most difficult times of your life. There is nothing more heartbreaking and devastating than the sudden loss of a family member, especially when the loss occurs because of someone else’s negligence. Under North Carolina law, you may have a legal remedy in this situation. Our state statutes provide that a victim’s personal representative or heir may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover for damages suffered in the accident.
At Burton Law Firm, we help family members who have suffered a tragic loss. North Carolina wrongful death lawyer Jason M. Burton takes a compassionate and thorough approach to each and every client’s case. Mr. Burton will handle your action from beginning to end and will help to ensure that you are zealously represented and that your legal rights are fully protected. We assist clients throughout the state during their time of greatest need and we would be honored to assist you as well.
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