Wake Forest, NC (September 9, 2021) – Police in Wake Forest charged a teenage driver following a three-car crash that left one person dead on Monday. The accident took place around 5:00 p.m. on Jones Dairy Road near the intersection with Chalk Road.
According to reports, the teen was operating a Ford F150 northwest on Jones Dairy when he came to a red light. The teen ran the light and entered the intersection. Upon entering the intersection, the F150 collided with a Cadillac STS. The Cadillac then hit a Honda CRV, causing it to overturn.
The drivers of all three vehicles were transported to local hospitals. The Cadillac driver, 79-year-old Roberta Stahl, of Wake Forest, later succumbed to her injuries. Following an investigation, the pickup driver was charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle.
The driver of the pickup, Elijah James McDaniels, of Wake Forest, was charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle. At this time, it is not believed that either speed or alcohol played a role in the crash.
An investigation is ongoing. There is no additional information available.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of Roberta Stahl following this fatal crash in Wake Forest.
Fatal Car Accident in Wake Forest 
Car accidents in Wake Forest take place each day, multiple times per day. When you or a loved one has been a victim of a crash, you are likely to feel a sense of frustration, sadness, and hopelessness. A fatal car accident can further increase these feelings as you are suddenly faced with the loss of a loved one. This is especially true if your family member was not at fault for the crash and was killed due to the actions of a negligent driver.
Under North Carolina law, family members may have the right to file a legal claim following a Wake Forest car accident. Our law provides for wrongful death claims to be pursued against drivers whose negligence has caused a fatal crash to occur. A wrongful death claim is a complicated legal action that requires the services of a skilled and experienced attorney who has knowledge of how these cases are handled.
Wake Forest Wrongful Death Lawyer
At Burton Law Firm, we are here to help when you are facing a sudden and unexpected tragedy. Wake Forest wrongful death attorney Jason M. Burton understands what you are experiencing during this difficult time. We know that you are in need of compensation for the sudden loss of your loved one. You may have medical bills to pay, or you may be missing lost wages if your family member was a financial provider. A wrongful death action can help compensate you for these areas and more. While no amount of money can replace the loss of a family member, we can help you get the justice that you need and deserve following a fatal crash.
We are here for you at any time. Our firm takes pride in assisting injured victims and their families and we would be honored to help you as well. To schedule your free consultation and case evaluation, please contact us via the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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