Kinston, NC (June 14, 2021) – A moped driver from Kinston was killed in a two-vehicle crash that took place on Monday, June 14th around 7:00 a.m. The accident happened on Neuse Road near the intersection with Causey Road, just east of Kinston.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to the scene shortly after the accident took place. According to troopers, 52-year-old Donald Sparrowas was driving a moped when he was hit from behind by a car. The driver of the vehicle was later identified as 23-year-old Seth Mitchell, of Kinston. Sparrow was thrown from his moped and was later pronounced dead by rescue crews. Mitchell was not injured in the accident.
Following an investigation, troopers charged Mitchell with failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, misdemeanor death by motor vehicle, and driving while his license was revoked.
No additional information has been released at this time.
We would like to extend our most sincere condolences to the family of Donald Sparrow following this tragic fatal crash in Kinston.
Fatal Accidents in North Carolina 
When we think of serious and fatal traffic accidents, we typically think of cars and other, more traditional passenger vehicles. However, other types of vehicles also present risks and, in many cases, can be far more dangerous than car accidents. According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were a total of 867 moped accidents in North Carolina in 2019. From this number, there were 731 reported injuries and 28 fatalities. Based on these statistics, we can determine that about 85% of all reported moped crashes resulted in injuries. Mopeds offer little protection from the force and impact of a collision. In addition, riders are often thrown from the moped, creating the chance of additional serious injuries and death.
If you or a family member have been affected by a North Carolina moped accident, you may be entitled to compensation. If your loved one was killed by the negligence of another driver, it may be possible to file a wrongful death claim. Under our state’s law, a wrongful death action is filed within two years of the date of death. A wrongful death action can provide much-needed financial assistance during a difficult time as you could be facing many unexpected expenses after a sudden tragedy.
At Burton Law Firm, we are here to help during your time of greatest need. North Carolina wrongful death lawyer Jason M. Burton has the necessary skills and experience to get the job done. We approach each case with the care and compassion that it deserves and we would be honored to help you. Since 2012, we have assisted hundreds of clients and, during that time, we have successfully recovered more than 40 million dollars in total compensation for victims and their families.
Our team of attorneys stands ready to help when you need us the most. We offer free consultations to all potential clients. At that time, we will explain your legal rights and your options to pursue your case moving forward. To schedule an appointment with a member of our team, please contact us at the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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