STATESVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) – A motorcyclist died following a crash on Midway Road late Tuesday night.
Authorities identified the victim as 32-year-old Caleb Pender. He succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a nearby hospital.
What happened
The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. on April 14. Pender was traveling west on Midway Road near Storm Lane when he lost control, struck a fence, and overturned.
Emergency responders provided medical aid at the scene before Pender was taken to the hospital. Officials confirmed he later died from his injuries.
Investigators indicated that speed and impairment may have contributed to the crash. The roadway was briefly closed during the investigation.
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