Rocky Mount, North Carolina – A tragic collision on Saturday evening on US 64 Alt in Edgecombe County has resulted in multiple fatalities. The crash, west of Kingsboro Rd., involved a silver SUV and a white pickup truck, leaving several individuals injured and in critical condition.
The collision caused the silver SUV to veer off the road and into a nearby field, resulting in devastating consequences for those involved. One critically injured passenger had to be airlifted by helicopter for emergency medical care, while the driver of the SUV sustained injuries and is expected to recover. Additionally, the driver of the white pickup truck was also transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The local authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Emergency response teams and law enforcement personnel were promptly dispatched to the scene to provide assistance and begin the process of clearing the area and investigating the cause of the collision.
The community mourns the loss of those involved and extends their thoughts and prayers to the families affected by this heartbreaking event. As details continue to emerge, it is important for drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic laws to ensure the safety of everyone on the road. Authorities urge anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
As the investigation into this tragic event unfolds, the priority remains on supporting the victims and their families, as well as working to prevent similar accidents in the future. The impact of this collision serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe and responsible driving on our roadways.