Car runs into water in Southport

SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Officials are evaluating a man after he drove his car into the water in Southport.

According to officials the accident happened at Waterfront Park just after 6:00 A.M. today. The driver had a medical emergency, drove straight through the light, and into the water. Officials were able to pull him from the car before getting the car back on land.

Officials are still evaluating the driver and investigating. We will bring you more details when they become available.