Charlotte, NC – One Killed in Thursday Crash on I-77

Charlotte, NC (November 19, 2020) – One person was killed following a car accident on Interstate 77 in Charlotte. The crash took place in the southbound lanes of the roadway near Sunset Road and LaSalle Street.

According to a report from the scene, at least one person was killed as a result of the accident. There is no word at this time on the cause of the crash or the events that led up to it. Police have also not released any details on the number of vehicles involved in the accident. It is also not clear whether anyone else was hurt in the crash. The identity of the victim has not been released. Due to the number of police and emergency vehicles, drivers were advised to avoid the area and to use caution when traveling near the scene.

There is no additional information available at this time. An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

We wish to offer our most sincere condolences to the victim’s family following this tragic fatal car accident in Charlotte.

Fatal Car Accidents in North Carolina  Charlotte, NC - One Killed in Thursday Crash on I-77

Serious and fatal car accidents can happen at any time and cause serious, life-altering consequences for those who have been affected. Each day across North Carolina, victims and their families must deal with the tragedy that comes from suffering a sudden loss or dealing with major injuries in the aftermath of a crash. North Carolina car accidents occur multiple times per day and many of them can have a lasting impact. According to the Department of Transportation, nearly 80,000 people were injured in car accidents in North Carolina in 2018 while over 1,400 lost their lives. These statistics are a tragic reminder of the toll that a car accident can take.

If you or a loved one have been affected by a crash, you should speak with a trusted attorney as soon as possible. Following the accident, you may have many unanswered questions, including how you can proceed with an injury claim against a negligent driver. An attorney can help answer your questions and put your mind at ease during an already stressful time. Having a skilled professional by your side will allow you to focus on the more important things, such as moving beyond the accident and securing a solid future for yourself and your family.

At Burton Law Firm, we are here to help when you need us the most. From our office in Raleigh, we assist victims throughout the state. North Carolina car accident attorney Jason M. Burton has helped hundreds of crash victims and their families during the most difficult times of their lives. Since 2012, we have recovered more than 40 million dollars of total compensation for our clients.

We offer free consultations and case evaluations to all potential clients. We handle accident cases on a contingency fee basis so you will not pay us unless we recover for you. To schedule your appointment with a member of our team, please contact us at https://www.jmburtonlaw.com/contact-us/ or give us a call any time at (833) 623-0042.

Note: Burton Law Firm utilizes a variety of outside sources in the creation of these accident news posts. These sources include news bulletins, police reports, first-hand accounts, news stories, as well as additional outside sources. For this reason, the details surrounding this accident have not been independently verified by our office or writing staff. If you find information that is not correct about an accident that we have written about, please contact our firm as soon as possible so that we can promptly correct the information. If you would prefer that we remove the story, contact us directly and we will make every effort to remove the story in a timely manner.

Disclaimer: Our team of personal injury lawyers at Burton Law Firm has taken pride in being active members of our local business community for more than 8 years. We are always striving to improve the quality of life for our community members and improve the overall safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. We hope that by providing this information about the dangers of driving that we will bring added awareness and drivers will use increased caution when operating a motor vehicle. Our thoughts are with everyone who may have been affected by this incident. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post should be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos in this post are not a depiction of the actual accident scene.

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