CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A driver was killed and a passenger was injured in a crash on Central Avenue in east Charlotte early Wednesday morning, police said.
According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, the crash happened near the intersection of Central Avenue and Kilborne Drive around 2 a.m. The road was closed for several hours while police investigated the crash and crews cleared the scene.
Officers found the 2020 Dodge Journey had hit a tree. The two people inside faced serious injuries on scene and were taken to a local hospital for treatment. The driver passed away at the hospital and was identified by CMPD. The passenger's condition was not revealed
Police say their preliminary investigation reveals neither the driver nor passenger were wearing seatbelts at the time, and that excessive speed contributed to the crash. They also report the SUV was traveling east on Central Avenue toward Winterfield Place when the driver lost control and drove onto the center median.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information about this case is asked to call Det. Pressley at 704-432-2169. The public can also leave information anonymously with Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or by visiting their website.
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