Winston-Salem, NC (June 20, 2026) – A 61-year-old man sustained life-threatening injuries after a collision at the intersection of Patterson Avenue and Germanton Road in Winston-Salem.
According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, deputies first observed a vehicle being driven erratically near Indiana Avenue and North Patterson Avenue shortly before 12:30 p.m. on the day of the crash. An attempted traffic stop was initiated, but the driver failed to stop. The pursuit was later canceled because of high speeds.
At approximately 2:45 p.m., law enforcement personnel again spotted the same vehicle driving erratically and attempted to stop it. The vehicle fled once more before colliding with another vehicle at the intersection of Patterson Avenue and Germanton Road.
The 61-year-old driver of the second vehicle was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Authorities said a teenager and his mother were later charged in connection with the case.
Additional details regarding the people involved have not yet been released. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation. Our thoughts are with the injured man and his loved ones during this difficult time.
How Serious Injury Crashes Are Typically Investigated
When a crash results in life-threatening injuries, investigators typically gather information from multiple sources to determine how the vehicles came together. This may include witness statements, vehicle damage assessments, roadway evidence, and traffic camera footage when available.
Cases involving allegations of reckless driving or attempts to evade a traffic stop can require additional review. Investigators may examine vehicle speeds, travel paths, and the sequence of actions leading up to the collision.
Medical reports can also help clarify the extent of injuries, while reconstruction specialists may analyze physical evidence from the roadway. These findings help create a clearer picture of the factors that contributed to the crash and its outcome.
