Semi-trailer overturns on Carolina Beach road, leading to road closure, major traffic issues
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — An accident involving a semi-trailer carrying salt caused major traffic issues along Carolina Beach Road Friday morning.
The Wilmington Police Department says the crash happened around 9:14 a.m. and involved seven vehicles near the 2300 block of Carolina Beach Road.
WPD says the driver of a Honda went into the center turn lane, sideswiping the semi-truck. The driver of the truck attempted to correct, which caused a weight shift. The semi then flipped on its side.
In addition to the seven vehicles involved, a mailbox was damaged, and one pedestrian was struck by debris.
No life-threatening injuries were sustained during the wreck.
Both directions of travel were shut down to all traffic, but the road is open again.
The driver of the Honda, 20-year-old Tyrese McNeil, has been charged with Careless and Reckless Operation and Improper Passing.
