SOUTHPORT, Brunswick County, N.C., Oct. 23, 2026 — A pedestrian died Thursday night, October 22, after being struck by a vehicle at Oakview Drive and Southport-Supply Road, according to the Southport Fire Department. The road reopened to traffic by late that night.
The Southport Fire Department responded to the crash site at 8:38 p.m. Thursday, October 22. First responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene, the department reported.
Southport-Supply Road reopened at around 10:30 p.m., roughly two hours after the crash was reported. No other details about the vehicle involved or the circumstances leading up to the crash have been released.
The North Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating. No further information has been made public, and it remains unclear what led to the crash.
We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim's family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way once they've entered a marked or unmarked crosswalk, but drivers and walkers both share responsibility for watching traffic signals and checking for oncoming vehicles before crossing.
What can drivers do to avoid hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down near intersections, scanning both sides of the road at night, and avoiding distractions behind the wheel all give drivers more time to spot and react to people crossing the street.
What injuries typically result from pedestrian crashes?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles often suffer broken bones, head trauma, and internal injuries, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a car.
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