Fatal Crash Involving Dirt Bike Rider Shuts Down Johnston County Highway
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: April 21, 2023
Fatal
Parts of a highway in Johnston County were shut down on Thursday night due to a fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer and a dirt bike rider. The incident occurred on U.S. Highway 70 at West Edwards in Princeton.
According to reports, the driver of the 18-wheeler lost control when the person riding the dirt bike tried to cut in front of the trailer. The dirt bike rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The names of those involved have not been released.
The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. The highway was closed for several hours as the investigation continued. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and take alternate routes.
The incident has once again highlighted the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of following traffic rules. The authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution while driving and to be mindful of other vehicles on the road.
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Tags: accident, Fatality, #fatalcrash, Truck, tractor-trailer, highway, #investigation, JohnstonCounty, dirtbikerider, Princeton
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- dirt bike rider
- Vehicles:
- tractor-trailer, dirt bike
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- North Carolina
- City:
- Princeton
- Location:
- U.S. Highway 70 at West Edwards in Princeton
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-04-21
- Time of Incident:
- Thursday night
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