Charlotte, NC (January 8, 2026) – A two-vehicle collision on State Highway 49 resulted in injuries and vehicle damage on the afternoon of January 7. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene shortly after 2:16 p.m. following reports of a crash involving head trauma.
Crews arrived to find one individual suffering from a laceration to the head. Paramedics provided immediate treatment on-site before transporting the injured person to a local medical facility for further care. The second driver involved declined medical transport, and no additional injuries were reported at the scene.
The crash led to a temporary disruption along Hwy 49 as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police requested towing services for both damaged vehicles. Responders worked to clear the roadway and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding what led to the collision, and the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the individual who was hurt in this crash, and we wish them a full and speedy recovery.
