Two people died and another was injured after an Amazon delivery truck crashed into a car in Hampton on Saturday evening.
Details of the Incident
The crash happened around 6:50 p.m. at the intersection of East Pembroke Avenue and North King Street. A sedan was stopped at a red light when the delivery truck lost control, struck a fire hydrant, and then collided with the car.
Following the collision, three people were taken to the hospital. The driver and passenger of the sedan died from their injuries. The delivery truck driver survived and was under treatment as of Saturday night.
Investigation Underway
Police are currently investigating the crash to ascertain the events leading up to it. Details about the possible reasons for the truck’s loss of control remain unclear.
Authorities have not disclosed specific details about the truck driver’s condition post-accident, aside from confirming their survival.
Community Impact and Response
This tragic incident has raised questions in the community about road safety at busy intersections. Locals are concerned about the potential for similar accidents in the future.
Local officials have urged drivers to exercise caution, especially at high-traffic areas. More information will be provided as the investigation continues.
