North Carolina

Teen Killed in Accident at US 321 in Gaston County, NC

Published on: February 21, 2023

Date of Accident
February 20, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 321, Gastonia, Gaston County, NC, USA

What Happened

North Carolina Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a teen at US 321 in Gaston County, NC on February 20th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 12:30 p.m. According to investigators, a Toyota pickup truck collided with the rear of a tract0r-trailer under unclear circumstances. The driver of the pickup truck suffered fatal injuries at the scene. The other driver was not injured. Authorities did not have additional information to share.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
North Carolina Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Pickup Truck, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
US 321
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup truck collided with the rear of a tractor-trailer

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