Salisbury, NC (March 3, 2026) – Police released new details about a fatal crash involving a car and four motorcycles. The collision happened around 10:45 p.m. on Thursday, February 20, at the intersection of South Main Street and Airport Road.
Investigators said a white Toyota Corolla turned left onto Airport Road from South Main Street and entered the path of four motorcycles traveling southbound. The impact involved all four bikes. One rider, 54-year-old Jody Holloman, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another motorcyclist suffered serious injuries and was taken to a local hospital. A third rider sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities have not released the names of the injured bikers.
Police said three people got out of the car and ran from the scene on foot. Travita Garcia Diaz, 29, has been identified as one of them and is wanted in connection with the crash, along with unrelated outstanding warrants.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We wish the injured a swift recovery, and we extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
How Left-Turn Crashes Often Impact Motorcyclists at Intersections
Collisions involving motorcycles frequently occur at intersections, especially when a vehicle turns left across oncoming traffic. Motorcycles can be harder to see at night due to their smaller size and single headlight, which may make it difficult for drivers to judge distance and speed.
When multiple motorcycles are traveling together, a turning driver may focus on one bike and fail to notice others behind it. These crashes often lead to serious injuries because riders have limited protection compared to people inside passenger vehicles.
Road conditions, lighting, and traffic flow can also influence how these incidents unfold. Even at moderate speeds, the force of impact between a car and a motorcycle can result in severe outcomes for riders.
