Thomasville, NC (March 4, 2021) – A Thomasville police officer was hurt in a crash that took place on Thursday, March 4th. The incident happened on Kanoy Road at U.S. Highway 29/70 and involved a suspect that was fleeing from officers.
According to a report from the scene, 29-year-old Brian Alexander Bacelli, of Jamestown, was riding a motorcycle and was being chased by police. As the chase was ongoing, Bacelli struck the Thomasville officer. The officer, who was not immediately identified, suffered serious injuries and was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for treatment. The officer is listed in serious condition but was conscious and alert when he was airlifted.
Bacelli was arrested following the chase and taken to jail. There were no additional injuries reported. No further information is available.
Our thoughts go out to the injured victim following this injury crash in Thomasville.
North Carolina Car Accidents 
A North Carolina car accident can change your life in a matter of seconds. According to statistics from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, more than 300,000 motorists were hurt in a car accident that occurred in our state in 2019. This number has slowly but steadily increased over the last several years as more motorists are on the roadways and there is also a greater concentration of negligent drivers. These drivers cause crashes each day, endangering the lives of both themselves and others.
If you have been hurt in a car accident in North Carolina, you should seek legal representation as soon as possible. During this time, you may be experiencing both physical and mental pain due to the accident. Many crash victims wonder if they will ever be able to enjoy the life that they had before the crash. Fortunately, there is help available.
At Burton Law Firm, North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton is here for you every step of the way. From our office in Raleigh, we proudly serve clients in Kernersville and throughout the Triad region. For more than 8 years, our team has been helping injured accident victims and their families receive the compensation that they need and deserve following a serious accident.
You should never speak with the insurance company before you talk to a trusted and skilled car accident lawyer. If you settle your case too soon, you could be missing out on thousands of dollars in compensation down the road. Do not make the mistake of trying to talk to the adjuster without counsel and always remember that the adjuster is out to make a profit for the company and not is not necessarily looking out for you.
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