Tragedy struck this past weekend in the South Division of Charlotte when a two-vehicle collision led to the deaths of two people and life-threatening injuries to a child. According to official reports released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the incident occurred on the 7000 block of Ardrey Kell Road Saturday evening.
The collision involved a 2011 Honda CR-V, which was discovered off the road with severe damage to its right side. Driver Ms. Lorin Elizabeth Manley and rear right passenger Ms. Gloria Jeane Manley were found unresponsive at the scene and were pronounced deceased by MEDIC. The other vehicle, a 2013 BMW 335i, had heavy front-end damage, and its driver, Mr. Jason Scott, sustained serious injuries.
Responding units from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, Charlotte Fire Department, and Mecklenburg Emergency Medical Service Agency (MEDIC) found the juvenile passenger in the Honda CR-V unconscious and quickly transported them to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. Speed is suspected as a contributing factor to the crash according to officials, while impairment has been ruled out for Mr. Scott and is not suspected for Ms. Manley, pending a toxicology report. Next of kin have been notified, and the community mourns the tragic loss.
The investigation into the devastating accident remains active. Detective D. Leung is leading inquiries and the public is encouraged to come forward with any information. Witnesses to the crash can contact the detective directly or leave anonymous tips with Charlotte Crime Stoppers. As this investigation unfolds, CMPD has promised to release further details. The case report, 20251227-1946-00 provides additional information for those seeking it.
