1 dead after crash in Burke County, troopers say
An 83-year-old man is dead after a crash in Burke County on Thursday, troopers said.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol confirmed to Traffic Team 9′s Mark Taylor it happened on Highway 70 near the Burke-Catwaba County line around 4:30 a.m.
Troopers said Charles Wayne Terry was traveling east on Highway 70 when he crossed the center line and struck two parked cars, as well as two utility poles, at North Center Street in Hildebran. He died at the scene, according to NCSHP.
Speeding and impairment do not appear to be contributing factors to the crash, troopers said.
The road will remain closed until repairs can be made to the utility poles.
Check wsoctv.com for the latest developments.
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