Multi-Vehicle Crashes in NC, WA Cause Multiple Injuries, Ongoing Investigations

Several serious vehicle accidents occurred recently in different U.S. locations, resulting in multiple injuries and one fatality. In Charlotte, a three-vehicle collision on I-485 near Exit 23 injured two people, with emergency crews responding quickly to assist and manage traffic, though investigation into the cause is ongoing. In Lincoln County, Washington, a chain-reaction crash involving two SUVs and a pickup truck injured six, including children, with one victim airlifted to a hospital; impairment was ruled out as a factor. Gastonia, North Carolina, saw a woman in her 50s fatally struck while crossing Gaston Avenue, and separately, a vehicle accident on Davenport Street caused injuries severe enough to warrant an emergency traffic designation, highlighting the risks even on residential roads. Authorities continue to investigate these incidents, emphasizing the importance of emergency response and caution for all road users. Support services are encouraged for those affected by these accidents to aid in recovery and legal processes.