HICKORY, N.C. — Troopers say a driver suffered a medical condition prior to a fatal crash in Catawba County.
The accident happened on Sunday, November 30th just after 5:30pm on 12th Avenue Drive, according to a news release.
Troopers say Uribe Enedino crashed into a parked vehicle and utility pole after reportedly driving through a stop sign on 12th Avenue Drive, according to a news release.
Authorities say the initial investigation indicates Enedino had a medical condition before the crash which caused him to lose control of the vehicle.
The following information was released by NC Highway Patrol:
- Driver: Uribe Enedino, 68, of Conover, died from his injuries at the scene of the collision
- Front seat passenger, Jose Uribe, 21, of Conover, was transported to an area hospital with critical injuries
- Back seat passenger, Rosa Uribe, 28, of Conover, was transported to an area hospital with critical injuries, she was not wearing her seatbelt.
The roadway was partially closed for 2 hours while troopers conducted the on scene investigation.
