One man is dead after a crash involving an 18-wheeler last week.
According to the Gastonia, NC Police Department, a 61-year-old man from Bessemer City, NC was killed when his car veered off the roadway and struck the rear of an 18-wheeler.
The accident occurred on Interstate 85 on Thursday afternoon near Bessemer City Road.
The 18-wheeler was parked on the side of the road due to a mechanical issue.
Gastonia police reported that the driver had placed reflective warning cones out and was not cited. GPD also reported that the man was likely killed instantly.
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