Driver identified in fatal wreck on interstate in Huntersville

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — First responders reported a fatal wreck on the I-485 outer loop at I-77 South Wednesday night in Huntersville.

The I-77 South on-ramp to I-485 was shut down during the investigation.

Officials identified the driver as Derrick Fells.

Troopers said Fells was going too fast around the curve when he lost control and crashed into a pole.

Fells died at the scene.

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