Elizabeth City, NC (January 28, 2021) – One person was taken to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Elizabeth City on Thursday, January 28th. The crash was reported on U.S. Highway 17 near Route 158.
According to witnesses, a tanker truck came to an intersection with a red light and may have run through the intersection without stopping. The truck T-boned a passenger vehicle in the intersection. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating the accident and has not independently confirmed the witnesses’ version of the events.
One person was taken to a local hospital following the crash. The victim’s condition is not available at this time and their identity has not been released. According to troopers, the roadway was slick with snow and slush and it is possible that hazardous weather conditions played a role in the accident.
There is no word on potential charges at this time. An investigation is ongoing.
We would like to offer our thoughts and well-wishes to those affected by this car accident in Elizabeth City.
North Carolina Car Accidents 
Car accidents in North Carolina take place each day, multiple times per day. While not every accident will result in injuries, many of them do. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were approximately 80,000 injury accidents in our state in 2019. This number was up slightly from the year before as our roadways are becoming gradually more dangerous due to increases in state population and a greater number of negligent drivers on the streets and highways. Motorists should always drive with care and caution in order to reduce their risk of being involved in a crash.
While some crashes are avoidable, not all can be prevented. Some accidents happen so suddenly and quickly that the other driver is unable to take defensive action to avoid the crash. These types of accidents can produce serious injuries for victims and can have a major impact on both the injured victim as well as their family. If you find yourself in this situation, you should seek the services of a skilled and trusted attorney as soon as possible.
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