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Charlotte, "The Queen City" – North Carolina's largest city and the third fastest-growing city in the U.S.

Charlotte had an estimated population in 2014 of 809,958,making it the 17th largest city in the United States based on population. The Charlotte metropolitan area ranks 22nd largest in the US and had a 2014 population of 2,380,314. Given the large numbers of commuters, Charlotte travelers experience heavy traffic congestion, and accidents are a daily occurrance. The major roadways in Charlotte include I-85 and I-77.  I-485 has a total circumference of approximately 67 miles. The I-277 loop freeway encircles Charlotte's downtown, while Charlotte Route 4 links major roads in a loop between I-277 and I-485. To get up-to-date traffic information, please go to the North Carolina State Department of Transportation site. To find our current weather conditions, go to Weather.com.

Here is information on the most recent accidents in Charlotte:

If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in Charlotte, go to the appropriate link above.

If you know someone who has been injured in a Charlotte accident, here are links to the major hospitals in the area:

Carolinas Medical Center;

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Charlotte grief support organizations

When a loved one is killed in a Charlotte motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to get information on Charlotte grief support organizations: Support Works; KinderMourn; Grief therapists in Charlotte.

Charlotte legal information for accident victims

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Charlotte, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.

Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.

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Most recent accident reports

Troopers are asking for the public's help in locating a vehicle that struck and killed a woman in Lincoln County Wednesday.

The incident happened between 8:30 and 8:45 p.m. on Summerow Road at Business Highway 321.

Date: 
Tuesday, May 20, 2014

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to an accident in the 10100 block of University City Boulevard near East Mallard Creek Church Road around 11:30 Saturday night. Upon arrival, officers found a man in the median.

One man is dead after a motorcycle accident near Charlotte Motor Speedway. It happened around 6:00 Saturday night, on Morehead Road.

Date: 
Friday, May 16, 2014
Roadway: 
Morehead Road

Classmates and friends in Rock Hill are remembering a 16-year-old who died when he lost control of his car and struck a light pole and two trees.

Date: 
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Type: Car Accident

A car chase in Charlotte ended with two people being taken to the hospital, according to officials.

Date: 
Monday, May 12, 2014
Roadway: 
Interstate 85
Type: Car Accident

The N.C. Highway Patrol says troopers are investigating a fatal collision Monday morning at the rest stop on southbound Interstate 77 in Mooresville.

Date: 
Sunday, May 11, 2014
Roadway: 
Interstate 77
Police have arrested a man who they say fell asleep behind the wheel and hit another car head-on, killing the driver. Trungquan Le Tran, 23, is charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
Date: 
Wednesday, May 7, 2014

One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries after being struck by two vehicles in southeast Charlotte Tuesday.

The incident happened just after 9:30 p.m. on the 5400 block of Central Avenue.

Date: 
Monday, April 28, 2014
Roadway: 
Central Avenue

A Salisbury man was critically injured when a car turned into the path of his motorcycle on Tuesday night.

It happened around 9:00 pm at the intersection of Jake Alexander Boulevard and Old Concord Road.

Date: 
Monday, April 21, 2014
Police continue to search for the driver who was involved in a hit and run accident over the weekend.
Date: 
Friday, April 18, 2014
Roadway: 
Albemarle Road
A Gastonia man has died nearly a week after investigators say he was hit by two vehicles while crossing the street. Investigators say both drivers left the scene.
Date: 
Thursday, April 17, 2014

One person was taken to the hospital after a transfer truck slammed into a Monroe pharmacy Wednesday.

The wreck happened at the Rite Aid Pharmacy on Highway 74 at S Sutherland Avenue just after 10 p.m. Wednesday.

Date: 
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
City: 
Monroe, NC

Emergency crews responded after a train struck a truck in west Charlotte near uptown Wednesday.

The wreck happened on West Summit Avenue around 5 p.m.

Date: 
Tuesday, April 15, 2014