BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — Authorities are investigating a fatal accident involving a delivery truck and a pickup that occurred on May 1.
The accident happened at approximately 1:40 p.m. at the intersection of NC-181 and Bowman Avenue. A 2015 FedEx delivery truck traveling east attempted to cross NC-181 from a stop sign and collided with a northbound 2006 Nissan Frontier. The impact caused the pickup to hit a guardrail and overturn.
Rex Powell, 67, was identified as the victim. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. The driver of the FedEx truck, a 27-year-old man from Lenoir, was transported to a hospital with minor injuries.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident. Authorities confirmed that impairment and speed were not contributing factors.
The FedEx driver was charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle and failure to yield the right of way.
Rex Powell tragically killed in Burke County delivery truck accident
Incident Location
CRASH INVESTIGATION
Candice Bond, an experienced commercial accident attorney, said that in such cases, it is imperative to have an independent investigation conducted promptly to protect the rights of a victim.
“Commercial accidents are often complex, and many factors can play a role in these types of accidents,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“A skilled attorney can protect victims from trucking companies, which often send their own investigators to crash sites and possess a variety of resources they can utilize to defend a negligent truck driver.
“Your lawyer can advocate for you by hiring expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses to the crash, and reviewing applicable insurance coverage, while carefully guiding a victim through the legal process.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
The family of Rex Powell may pursue compensation for damages such as costs associated with the death, loss of income and companionship, and other hardships.
“A death to a family member after an accident is both tragic and devastating to a surviving family. The grief, shock, and anger can be overwhelming,” said Bond.
She added, “Aside from the emotional suffering of those left behind, the death of someone close can have devastating financial implications. Loss of income and funeral costs alone can have tragic consequences when a family member is lost.”
Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in commercial trucking accidents. If you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you
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