Nakina, NC (June 25, 2026) – A man was seriously hurt after being struck by a vehicle at Pleasant Plains Baptist Church early Wednesday morning. The collision happened at about 2 a.m. on June 24.
Emergency units arrived and found the injured man at the church. According to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, he told deputies he had been hit by a vehicle and that his gun was taken after the accident.
The person was airlifted to a nearby hospital because of the severity of his injuries. Investigators said he had a broken femur. No identities or additional details about the collision had been released at the time of publication. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
We are thinking of the man as he receives treatment and wish him a full recovery.
Why Are Serious Pedestrian Collisions Complex to Investigate?
Pedestrian collisions can involve many factors that require careful review before a full timeline is established. Investigators usually examine where the person was walking, the direction of travel, lighting conditions, roadway features, and any available surveillance or witness accounts. Vehicle damage and physical evidence may also help explain how contact occurred.
Medical findings can provide additional information about the force and direction of the strike. In some cases, investigators also review whether other reported criminal activity happened before or after the collision, since those details may be separate from the roadway portion of the case. As additional evidence is collected, a clearer picture of the sequence of actions leading up to the collision may emerge.
