Jake Robertson, 17, killed and driver David Engelmann, 17 injured and charged with DWI in rollover crash in Hickory, NC

Modified Date: 
Wed, 05/13/2015 - 3:37pm
Accident Date: 
Sunday, August 31, 2014

Teen charged with DWI after crash led to best friend's death

Police believe the SUV Engelmann was driving hit a curb on the right side and the teen then lost control, crossing the center line and hitting the curb on the opposite lane, causing the vehicle to flip.
Neither Robertson or Engelmann were wearing a seat belt, and Robertson was ejected from the vehicle and died later at a local hospital. Engelmann was treated for injuries and then faces various charges including DWI.
Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Jake Robertson
David Engelmann
Roadway: 
6th Street NW

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