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1 dead, 3 hurt after pursuit in Concord, deputies say

CONCORD, N.C. — Police in Cabarrus County are investigating a crash that killed one person and left several others hurt after a pursuit, according to the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office.

The crash took place on Central Heights Drive and Arlee Court South-West in Concord around 3 a.m. Sunday, deputies said. One person died and three others were ejected from the car.

Deputies said Monday that Devonte Robert Jones, 31, was driving a stolen 2019 Dodge Challenger out of Guilford County when he fishtailed and left the roadway.

Messiah Melik, 20, was also ejected but sustained minor injuries. Ronald Lewis Robinson Jr., 27, was partially ejected and sustained minor injuries. Benjamin Damiano Middlebrooks, the fourth passenger, was found inside the vehicle with no significant injuries. All three men are facing various charges.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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