A life was claimed in an accident that occurred on South Boulevard in south Charlotte yesterday night, as reported by multiple local news outlets. According to WBTV, the crash happened just south of the Old Pineville Road and Scaleybark Road intersection and resulted in one fatality. The name of the deceased has not been disclosed to the public as of now.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have been probing into the details of the incident, which remains unclear as of Friday morning. The scene was attended by local medics who could not find any other injuries besides the fatality. The investigation is ongoing in order to ascertain what led to the tragic event on this thoroughfare that witnesses frequent congestion and travel. QC News notes that the accident occurred around 8:55 p.m., with medics declaring the individual dead at the scene upon their arrival.
Traffic disruptions followed the crash, prompting officials to advise drivers to look for alternative routes to avoid the area. In this vein, WCNC reported that Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have not yet released any further information concerning the crash, including what caused it or if charges will be forthcoming.
