A tragic incident unfolded on NC Highway 210 near Harnett County Monday night, resulting in one fatality and another person hospitalized. The collision, described as nearly head-on, involved an SUV and a box truck. Tragically, the SUV driver was pronounced dead at the scene, while the box truck driver was rushed to a trauma center. Following the accident, NC-210 was shut down for several hours, causing considerable traffic delays. Locals have expressed concerns about the frequent accidents on this stretch of road, with calls to lower speed limits to enhance safety. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
