Fayetteville, NC (February 24, 2021) – A 24-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash that took place in Fayetteville on Tuesday, February 23rd. The crash happened on Morganton Road.
According to officers with the Fayetteville Police Department, Justice Shapson Ferreira was riding a 2003 Suzuki GSX-R600 near Evanston Street around 9:40 p.m. Ferreira lost control of his motorcycle and fell into the roadway. While in the road, Ferreria was struck by a 2006 Toyota Camry driven by Carol James Allen. Allen fled the scene following the crash and was later located by police. Upon being located, he was charged with felony hit-and-run and was taken to jail before being released on a $25,000 unsecured bond.
An investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer C. Lewis with the Fayetteville Police Department at 910-818-1872 or Crimestoppers at 910-483-TIPS.
We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family of Justice Ferreira following this tragic hit-and-run crash in Fayetteville.
Fatal Car Accidents in North Carolina 
According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there 1,500 fatalities due to car accidents in North Carolina in 2019. This number includes hundreds of victims who were killed by careless and reckless drivers. Unfortunately, many lives are lost on our state’s roadways in crashes that would have otherwise been preventable if the other driver was operating their vehicle in a safe and cautious manner.
Under North Carolina law, it is illegal to leave the scene of an injury accident. Drivers can be charged with a felony and can face serious consequences, including loss of their license, fines, and jail time. In addition to this, a hit-and-run driver can face a civil lawsuit for the damages caused by their actions. In cases where a death results, the driver can be sued for the wrongful death of the victim. These wrongful death lawsuits are initiated by the family members of the deceased victim and seek to recover a variety of damages including funeral and medical expenses, loss of consortium, lost wages, and more.
If you are facing the tragic loss of a family member, you need an attorney that you can count on to get results. North Carolina wrongful death lawyer Jason M. Burton has a reputation for fighting hard for his clients. Mr. Burton will stand up for you in court or in negotiations with the insurance company. No matter what is required for your case we are here to help. Our trained staff at Burton Law Firm will always make sure that you feel protected and that your case receives the care and attention that it deserves.
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