Mount Olive, NC (September 16th, 2022) – A student at the University of Mount Olive was killed in a single-car crash on Friday morning, September 16th. The accident took place on Cricket Ridge Road.
According to a report from the scene, Peyton Lee, a senior at the University, was killed in the collision. A junior, identified as James Noah Johnson, was airlifted from the scene and taken to Vidant Memorial Hospital where he was listed in critical condition. Two other female students suffered minor injuries and were treated at Wayne Memorial Hospital before being released.
Police have not provided any details on the events that led up to the accident or the cause of the collision. Motorists were asked to avoid the area or to find alternate routes of travel while police were at the scene. No further details are available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to all of those who were affected by this fatal car accident in Mount Olive.
Fatal Accidents in North Carolina 
A North Carolina car accident can be a traumatic and stressful experience. The crash itself can result in catastrophic injuries and even death for the victims. Additionally, family members are left behind to deal with the fallout from the accident. If your loved one was killed in a crash that was not their fault, the pain can be unbearable. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, approximately 1,500 people lose their lives in crashes on our state’s roadways every year. Since 2020, this number has been on the rise with more people, unfortunately, being killed due to North Carolina car accidents.
When a collision takes place, police must carefully investigate the accident and all of the surrounding circumstances. The purpose of this investigation is to determine who caused the crash and which driver should be held responsible. If your loved one was not at fault for the accident, you could have certain legal rights. It is very important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible in order to understand what you can do to protect your rights and to maximize your recovery during this time.
Here at Burton Law Firm, we treat each client’s case as if it was our own. We know what you are experiencing during this difficult time and we are here to help. Our firm proudly represents crash victims and their families throughout the Triangle region. Since 2012, we have recovered more than 30 million dollars in total settlement money for our clients.
Our team is standing by to provide assistance to you at any time. We always offer a free consultation and case evaluation for all potential and prospective clients. At that time, we will help come up with a plan to secure your future and obtain the compensation that you deserve. To schedule your time to speak with one of our Mount Olive car accident lawyers, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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