Randolph County, NC (April 25, 2021) – A bicyclist sustained critical injuries after being hit by a car in Randolph County on Friday night. The collision took place on Prospect Church Road near the intersection with Old Thomasville Road.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol was called to the scene just after the crash occurred. Troopers say that a Ford Mustang was traveling near the intersection with the driver crossed over the centerline and collided head-on with a Jeep that was traveling in the opposite direction. The Jeep flipped over and struck the bicycle. The bicyclist, who was not immediately identified, was airlifted to Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem with serious injuries.
Following an investigation, the driver of the Mustang was charged with Driving Under the Influence, driving left of center, driving with an expired tag, and having an expired inspection. No one in the Mustang or the Jeep sustained any serious injuries.
No additional details have been released at this time.
We are saddened to hear of this injury crash in Randolph County. We hope that the bicyclist is able to make a complete and speedy recovery.
North Carolina DUI Accidents 
Drunk driving crashes in North Carolina continue to play a major role in causing deaths and serious injuries for innocent motorists. In 2017, there 11,342 reported DUI crashes in North Carolina and drunk driving accidents accounted for more than 25% of all reported traffic fatalities in our state. A driver who operates their vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol places themselves and all other motorists at a much greater risk of being involved in a serious crash. Drivers who are impaired are unable to appreciate the normal dangers associated with driving. These motorists have a slower reaction time and their perception is compromised, creating a potentially deadly situation.
If you have been affected by a DUI accident in North Carolina, our thoughts are with you. You may be facing a long road to recovery, with mounting medical bills and serious injuries. Fortunately, there is help available. In such cases, the other driver should be held responsible to the fullest extent of the law. The driver will face not only criminal charges but also a civil claim for negligence. Under our state’s law, you could be entitled to recover damages for your pain and suffering and medical bills. You may also be able to seek punitive damages if the driving was especially reckless or dangerous.
Before you speak with the insurance company, you should contact a skilled North Carolina car accident attorney who can help with your claim and make sure that you receive the compensation you deserve. Here at Burton Law Firm, we bring years of experience handling some of the most difficult cases. We know what it takes to get the job done and to make sure that you are not left responsible for someone else’s negligence.
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