Deadly accident closes busy east Charlotte road

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — An east Charlotte road is shut down following a deadly accident Tuesday afternoon, according to police.

The accident happened shortly before 12pm on Eastway Drive. It appears one vehicle overturned in the wreck.

MEDIC says one person was pronounced dead on the scene.

Eastway Drive is closed between Dunlavin Way and Kilborne Drive, according to CMPD. There is no word on when the road will be reopened.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.