Angier, NC (November 7, 2020) – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the scene of a deadly crash in Angier on Thursday, November 5th. The crash reportedly occurred in the 1400 block of Chalybeate Springs Road.
According to a report from the investigating trooper, a vehicle was traveling westbound on Chalybeate Springs when the female driver lost control, causing her car to travel over the centerline. The car struck an eastbound vehicle head-on. The driver of the first vehicle was killed in the crash. Troopers have not released her name at this time pending family notification. The driver of the second vehicle sustained serious injuries and was transported to WakeMed in Raleigh for treatment.
Troopers are continuing to investigate the crash at this time. There is no word on the cause of the accident but alcohol has been ruled out.
No additional details are available.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to all of those who were affected by this tragic accident in Harnett County. We hope that the injured victim is able to make a complete recovery.
Injury Crashes in North Carolina 
The North Carolina Department of Transportation reports that there were 276,549 car accidents in North Carolina in 2019. Of this number, there was a total of 877 fatalities in crashes that involved passenger vehicles and 81,674 reported injuries. The number of accidents and reported injuries was slightly higher than the previous year, following a slowly increasing pattern in the crash data over the past several years. These numbers translate to hundreds of crashes and injuries on our roadways each day. Many of these injuries will be serious and require victims to undergo costly and extensive medical treatment, forcing them to miss work and the activities that they enjoyed prior to the crash.
When you have been injured in a North Carolina car accident, you are likely experiencing a mix of emotions, from frustration to anger, to anxiety and uncertainty about the future. These feelings are normal following a serious crash. However, it is important to understand that you could have valuable legal rights against the driver who caused your accident. Under North Carolina law, crash victims can recover for damages they suffered as a result of the crash, including pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages. The law can place you in the same position that you were in before you were injured due to someone else’s negligence.
At Burton Law Firm, we work hard to ensure that our clients are fully protected. North Carolina car accident lawyer Jason M. Burton takes a compassionate but aggressive approach to representing his clients. Mr. Burton strongly believes in the pursuit of justice for innocent victims and their families. From our office in Raleigh, we help individuals throughout the Triangle region and the state.
We are for you during your time of need. Our firm offers free consultations and case evaluations to all prospective clients. To schedule your appointment with a member of our team, please contact us via the link on our website or give us a call any time at (833) 623-0042.
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