Three people were injured, one critically, in a violent collision last night involving a car and a motorcycle on U.S. Highway 70 in Clayton. According to WRAL, the incident occurred near the entrance to the ABC Store on Clayton Boulevard, close to the intersection with Town Centre Boulevard. Photos captured at the scene depicted the severe aftermath: a car engulfed in flames and a motorcycle demolished beyond immediate recognition.
Emergency personnel responded to the crash, which was reported around 8:50 p.m., and authorities closed the thoroughfare in the wake of the accident, causing significant traffic disruptions in the surrounding area. U.S. 70, a vital artery through the town, was shut down as teams worked to extinguish the fire and provide urgent care to the injured parties. As informed by CBS17, the road was not reopened until 10:20 p.m., at which point traffic resumed its usual flow.
The identities and conditions of the individuals involved are yet to be disclosed publicly as the investigation into the cause of the incident unfolds. Clayton officials have taken up the task of piecing together the moments leading up to the accident, probing the oversight of safety norms, and the role traffic might have played in the dire circumstances.
Local sources such as WRAL reported on the status of the wreckage, noting that the car caught fire post-collision, adding a layer of complexity to the emergency response. The motorcycle, notable for the severity of its damage, lay as a testament to the force of impact between the two vehicles. Residents in the area were quick to express their concerns about this stretch of highway, with a history of incidents prompting calls for increased safety measures.
