GASTON COUNTY, N.C. — A person has died and another was hurt in a serious crash Tuesday morning in Gaston County, emergency communications confirmed.
Dispatchers said they got a call for a two-car crash at about 7:45 a.m. on Union New Hope Road near Lakhany Drive.
Trooper said a driver in a truck veered out of his lane, crossed the center line and hit a car going west on Union New Hope Road.
The car’s driver was identified as Charlie Crisp. He died at the scene.
Fatal Crash
— Ken (@kenlemonWSOC9) July 19, 2022
The wreck have Union New Hope Road south of Gastonia blocked. Two vehicles collided near Lakhany Drive at about 7:45 this morning. 1 person died. Another was transported to the hospital. We are working to learn more. pic.twitter.com/5PyhLDEHjO
According to troopers, the truck driver, Steven Jenkins, was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities said charges are pending for Jenkins.
The North Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating. Officials said alcohol was not a factor in the crash.
The New Hope Fire Department said Union New Hope Road was closed in both directions while authorities were at the scene.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
Rescue50 is on the scene of a serious vehicle accident on Union New Hope Road near Lakhany Drive. Union New Hope Road is closed in both directions. Expect delays for the foreseeable future. #NHfire #clttraffic pic.twitter.com/Z4KLA2BOZe
— New Hope FD (@NewHopeFD) July 19, 2022
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