41-Year-Old Killed In University Area Motorcycle Crash Identified

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Police responded to a deadly motorcycle crash that killed 41-year-old Jamie Szot on the 6900 block of Highland Creek Parkway just after 8 p.m. Wednesday.

Investigators say it appears that alcohol and speed were a contributing factor when Szot struck a tree and traveled down the embankment.

Medic pronounced Szot dead on the scene. No other vehicles were involved.

Police spoke with witnesses and are still investigating the crash.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective R.C. Gormican at 704-432-2169 or Crime Stoppers at 704-432-2169.