Charlotte, NC (September 1, 2025) – Emergency crews were called to the scene of an injury crash on Saturday evening on the east side of I-485 Outer near Johnston Rd in Mecklenburg County. The incident, which occurred around 7:06 p.m., involved at least one vehicle and resulted in injuries requiring medical attention.
Units from the Charlotte Fire Department and Mecklenburg County responded swiftly, with Engine 32 and Ladder 24 among the first to arrive. Upon reaching the scene, crews began assessing those involved and provided aid to at least one injured person. The severity of the injuries has not been disclosed, and no further details have been released about the vehicles or how the crash occurred.
An investigation by local authorities is ongoing to determine what led to the crash.
We send our best wishes to the individual or individuals recovering from this collision.
Interstate Collisions in North Carolina
Highway crashes, such as the one that occurred on I-485 Outer in Charlotte, are a common occurrence across North Carolina’s interstates, particularly in high-traffic zones like Mecklenburg County. While many of these crashes are cleared without major impact, those involving injury can result in serious, long-lasting effects for those involved.
I-485, a major beltway surrounding the Charlotte metro area, experiences constant flow from both commuters and long-distance travelers. The interchange near Johnston Rd is a particularly active corridor where on-ramps and exits frequently see merging traffic, often at high speeds. In such settings, even minor lapses in driver attention can lead to significant consequences.
Injury-related accidents along interstate highways often involve a range of physical trauma, from soft tissue injuries and fractures to head or spinal complications. Prompt emergency care is essential, but so is continued access to recovery resources once the immediate crisis has passed.
At Local Accident Reports, our mission is to keep the public informed about serious crashes across the state while offering guidance and support to those impacted. If you or someone close to you was injured in a crash on I-485 or anywhere in North Carolina, you are not alone. We encourage you to seek out available support and recovery options as you navigate the road ahead.
