North Carolina

One Person Injured in Accident at I-77 in Cornelius, NC

Published on: March 27, 2023

Date of Accident
March 25, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-77, Cornelius, NC, USA

What Happened

North Carolina Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at I-77 in Cornelius, NC on March 25th, 2023. Police say the incident happened following a Dodge Charger losing control and crashing into a guardrail. After the driver exited the vehicle, they were struck by a tractor-trailer, which pinned the driver. The driver was later taken to an area hospital with serious injuries. The truck involved left the scene and was later found. Charges against the truck driver are currently pending. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
I-77
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Driver was stuck by a semi-truck after exiting a vehicle

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