ABERDEEN, Moore County, N.C., Nov. 14, 2026 — Several people, including multiple children, were taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday evening, November 12, on US 15-501 in Aberdeen. The collision shut down a stretch of the highway for an extended period.
The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. in front of a shopping plaza that includes Honey Baked Ham, Ross, and Best Buy. A black SUV was reportedly turning left out of the plaza's parking lot into the center turn lane to head north when it collided with a red Ford Edge, which was also in the turn lane and attempting to turn into a nearby Harris Teeter parking lot.
The impact left the Ford Edge overturned on its side in the roadway with heavy damage. The black SUV sustained front-end damage. Air care was placed on standby but was later canceled after Moore County EMS evaluated those involved.
Several occupants of both vehicles were taken to the hospital, including children who had been riding in the black SUV. None of the injuries were considered life-threatening. US 15-501 stayed closed for an extended period while emergency crews worked the scene, causing significant delays on the highway and surrounding roads.
The Aberdeen Police Department, the Aberdeen Fire Department, and Moore County EMS all responded to the crash. The cause remains under investigation.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do weather and road conditions affect crash risk?
Wet pavement, poor visibility, and low light can all reduce a driver's ability to react in time, especially at busy intersections and turn lanes like the one involved here.
What should I do right after a car accident?
Check for injuries, move to a safe spot if possible, call 911, and wait for police and EMS to arrive before exchanging information with the other driver.
Where do most traffic crashes happen?
A large share of crashes occur at intersections and turn lanes, where vehicles moving in different directions cross paths at close range.
Are there common injuries in turn-lane or intersection crashes?
Occupants usually suffer bruising, whiplash, or broken bones from the sudden impact, though severity varies widely depending on speed and vehicle position.
