A fatal collision on Wilkinson Boulevard in the Freedom Division has prompted an investigation by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Major Crash Investigation Unit, as reported by the CMPD's Public Affairs Division. Earlier yesterday, a pedestrian identified as Terry Honeycutt, age 73, was struck by a Ford Escape sustaining life-threatening injuries that resulted in his death at the scene.
The incident occurred on the 3300 block of Wilkinson Boulevard at around 6:07 a.m. Responding officers found Mr. Honeycutt lying in the roadway, and while the Ford Escape showed signs of front-end damage, the driver reportedly did not sustain injuries. Charlotte Fire Department was onsite to assist, alongside MEDIC who declared Honeycutt deceased. CSS members later processed the scene for evidence.
Detectives and the Motor Unit are currently piecing together the events leading to the tragic accident. The preliminary findings suggest Mr. Honeycutt was walking across Wilkinson Boulevard when he was struck by the vehicle heading eastwards. The investigation remains active, with CMPD awaiting toxicology results for the deceased.
As the community reels from this loss, CMPD continues to reach out to potential witnesses. They urge anyone with information about the crash to contact Detective Kupfer at 704-432-2169 ext. 1. Information can also be submitted anonymously through Charlotte Crime Stoppers by calling 704-334-1600, using their mobile app, or via their website. Mr. Honeycutt's family has been notified, as Charlotte citizens and the authorities search for answers in the wake of this heartrending incident.
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