Death – Obituary – Accident and Crime News : Raleigh, N.C. – In the early hours of Monday morning, a Raleigh police cruiser was involved in a serious crash that resulted in the vehicle flipping over. The incident occurred at the intersection of North Carver and Pender streets, prompting a swift response from the police department.
At approximately 4:19 a.m., Raleigh police received an officer in need of assistance call at the aforementioned location. Upon arrival, officers discovered a collision involving a Raleigh police vehicle and another car. Both drivers were immediately transported to the hospital for medical treatment. While the officer’s name has not been disclosed, authorities confirmed that they suffered serious injuries but have since been released from the hospital. The other driver involved in the crash sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Further investigation into the incident revealed that one of the passengers in the other vehicle, identified as 48-year-old Marcus Avery from Garner, failed to provide necessary information or aid following the crash. As a result, Avery has been charged with a misdemeanor. He was promptly arrested at the scene, as detailed in warrants obtained by CBS 17. Avery is scheduled to appear in court on December 28.
Additionally, another passenger in the vehicle was injured during the crash and now faces charges as well. However, specific details regarding these charges have not been released.
As a result of the accident, the intersection of North Carver and Pender streets was temporarily closed for investigation. The closure lasted until 9:52 a.m. when both roads were reopened to traffic.
The Raleigh Police Department continues to investigate the crash to determine the exact cause and any contributing factors. Further updates regarding the incident will be provided as they become available.
In conclusion, the early morning crash involving a Raleigh police cruiser and another vehicle has left both drivers injured. Marcus Avery has been charged with a misdemeanor for failing to provide information or aid after the collision. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.