Fatal Wreck

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On Tuesday, September 14, at approximately 1:35 p.m., the NC State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision in Alexander County on NC 16 near the Catawba County line.  A 2002 Dodge Durango was traveling north on NC 16, crossed the centerline, and collided head-on with a southbound 1992 Toyota Camry.

 

The driver of the Dodge, Kevin Holloway, 51, of Claremont, and passenger Jerry Parson, 24, of Conover, were both injured and transported by EMS to Catawba Valley Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.  The driver of the Toyota, Steve Ray Yoder, 73, of Hickory, succumbed to his injuries at the scene.  A passenger in the Toyota, Linda Yoder, 73, of Hickory, was critically injured and transported to the hospital by medical helicopter.

 

All occupants were restrained by seatbelts and the initial investigation does not indicate impairment as a contributing factor.  The roadway was closed for over two hours.  Charges are pending the ongoing investigation and consultation with the Alexander County District Attorney’s Office.