Matthews, NC (May 4, 2021) – Around 8:15 a.m. on Tuesday morning, May 4, a multi-vehicle collision with injuries occurred in Matthews.
According to the North Carolina Highway Patrol, the accident happened on I-485 around the area of East John Street. Multiple vehicles were traveling in the area when they became involved in a chain-reaction collision for reasons that are not yet known.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were present at the scene. At least five victims were injured, one of which sustained life-threatening injuries. The patients were rushed to the hospital for treatment.
The roadway was blocked in the area until approximately 9:10 a.m.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in North Carolina
Many individuals are seriously injured in Charlotte car accidents every year, some of which sustain severe injuries and some that are minor in nature. Some of these injuries include spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, and more. These injuries tend to send victims to the hospital or cause them to miss out on time at work. If you have been hurt in a car accident that was caused by the reckless acts of another party, you should be prepared to speak with a Charlotte personal injury attorney.
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