Sanford, NC (April 18, 2021) – One person is dead and two others are seriously injured after a car accident in Sanford on Saturday evening. The crash took place around 7:50 p.m. on U.S. Highway 421 near Broadway Road.
Troopers with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol were called to the crash scene. According to a report, there were multiple cars involved in the accident. Rescue crews arrived shortly after the collision occurred. One of the crash victims was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other victims sustained serious injuries and were airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. There is no word on what caused the accident. The identities of the victims were not available as of Saturday evening.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing at this time. There is no further information available.
We wish to offer our thoughts and condolences to those affected by this tragic car accident in Sanford. We hope that the injured victims are able to make a full recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina 
There is nothing more devastating than the loss of a loved one in a North Carolina car accident. This is true especially if your family member was killed due to the negligence of another motorist. Unfortunately, fatal car accidents take place each day across our states. These crashes occur on busy highways, rural roads, and city streets. Anyone who gets behind the wheel of a vehicle runs a risk of being injured in a crash. While some crashes are avoidable, many are not, and the prevalence of negligent drivers on our roadways ensures that many innocent victims will be affected by traffic accidents in our state.
If you or a loved one have been involved in a car accident in North Carolina, it is important to have a full understanding of your legal rights. While the crash will often have a major impact on your life, you should not make the mistake of handling your accident claim on your own or with an inexperienced attorney. The compensation that you receive after the crash is important to make sure that all of your expenses are covered. This includes medical bills, pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and more. While there is no amount of money that will replace the loss of a family member, your settlement can help cover all of the unexpected costs that arise during an unfortunate time.
At Burton Law Firm, we are here for you when you need us. North Carolina car accident lawyer Jason M. Burton fights for the rights of innocent victims and their families when they have been affected by a negligent driver. From our office in Raleigh, we handle cases across our state. No matter where you are located, we can take your case and will fight to ensure you receive the full compensation to which you are entitled. Since 2012, we have recovered more than 40 million dollars for our clients.
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Disclaimer: Our team of personal injury lawyers at Burton Law Firm has taken pride in being active members of our local business community for more than 8 years. We are always striving to improve the quality of life for our community members and improve the overall safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. We hope that by providing this information about the dangers of driving that we will bring added awareness and drivers will use increased caution when operating a motor vehicle. Our thoughts are with everyone who may have been affected by this incident. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post should be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos in this post are not a depiction of the actual accident scene.