Tractor-Trailer Accident on I-77 Injures 3 Earlier This Month

Earlier this month a car and tractor-trailer were involved in a deadly crash that seriously injured three individuals.

The accident occurred on May 2nd, right on the North Carolina and Virginia boarder on Interstate 77. This is a very typical spot for accidents to occur due to the curvaceous roads that bind the two states.

According to the police reports, driver of a small sedan lost control of his vehicle and crossed over into the fellow driver’s lanes. Particularly, he crossed the path of a FedEx truck/tractor-trailer,  who was making a haul to Harper’s Ferry at the time.

Upon impact, the tractor-trailer caught fire and bursted into flames. It is believed it may of had some hazardous materials inside. The Hazmat crew was called to the scene immediately.

Luckily, nothing leaked out of the containers in the tractor-trailer,so the flames were able to be contained. The crew took about 4 hours to clean up the debris; blocking two of the four lanes on the highway.

One of the driver’s was taken to the closest hospital via helicopter, while the paramedics drove the other two injured parties to the hospital by ambulance.

For more information on serious tractor-trailer accidents and injuries, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999.

Rock Hill Man Leaves Bar and Subsequently Wrecks Into Liquor Store

A Rock Hill liquor store owner was awaken Saturday night by a phone call from the police; only to inform him that his security alarm had been set off.

The owner purchased the store 8 years ago, and has been running it ever since.

By the time the owner made it to his store, the police were already on the scene. Bystanders and employees alike were all staring at the outside of the building, where a vehicle had been driven right into the wall.

Apparently, about 3 feet of the store’s cinder-block wall had been pushed inward; creating massive amounts of damage for both the building and its inventory.

According to the police reports, the driver backed his black SUV into the Liquor store after leaving the Saloon across the street. The time of accident was slightly after 11:00 p.m.

After obtaining the surveillance video from the owner, the police determined that the large vehicle was slowly backing towards the store right before 11:00, when out of no where the driver accelerated the vehicle, slamming it into the side wall.

Not only was the cinder-block wall destroyed, but also layers of glass and plaster protecting the inventory was knocked out, breaking numerous liquor bottles.

The police were unable to read the tag on the vehicle via the surveillance video.

The car’s tag can’t be read from the surveillance video.

It has been estimated that over $3,000 worth of damage was done to the store alone. Additional damages are still being tallied as to the merchandise.

A patron of the bar across the street has given the name of the alleged defendant to the owner. The owner now plans to contact the defendant and discuss payment options to restore his building.

No evidence suggests that anyone was injured from the car accident; except perhaps Mr. Captain Morgan.

If you, or someone you know has been involved in a serious car accident where alcohol was involved, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999 today.

Two Rock Hillians Charged for Hit-and-Run on Motorcyclist

Two people from Rock Hill have just been suspended and charged for an overnight hit-and-run that took place last Wednesday night, when they ran their vehicle into a motorcyclist and then swiftly drove away after the crime.

The damage to the motorcyclist was severe, and he was transported to the closest hospital available via helicopter for immediate assistance.

Around 9:00 o’clock Wednesday night, the Rock Hill Police Department were contacted by a witness who saw the hit-and-run take place at the intersection of Mount Galant and Celenese Road.

The accident was involving a Yamaha R-6 motorcycle and a 2000 Infiniti sedan. The motorcyclist was a 23-year-old who as stated above, suffered life-threatening injuries due to the collision. He was reported to of not been wearing his helmet at the time of incident.

Authorities arrested both suspects and took them into the police station for questioning. Both defendants were scheduled for bond hearings this past Friday.

The 31-year-old and the 25-year-old defendants are also being charged with leaving the scene of the accident. Moreover, the 31-year-old is also being independently charged with operating an uninsured motor vehicle( which is a violation in the state South Carolina) and his second “driving under suspension” offense.

The 25-year-old is now receiving his first “driving under suspension” offense and operating an uninsured vehicle that had a suspended tag.

The accident is still currently being investigated and the police are seeking any information that could be relevant to this crime.

If you or someone you know is involved in any sort of serious car or motorcycle accident, contact the law offices of Reeves, Aiken, and Hightower, LLP toll-free at 877-374-5999. Or, for more information about your case, visit out homepage at www.rjrlaw.com.