Headline: 68-Year-Old Man Faces Charges after SUV Hits Migrant Workers outside North Carolina Walmart
In a shocking incident outside a Walmart store in Lincolnton, North Carolina, six migrant workers were hit and injured by an SUV driven by a 68-year-old man. The driver, who turned himself in, claimed that he accidentally hit the gas while pulling into a parking space and panicked, leading him to leave the scene. However, the man has now been charged with felony hit and run.
The incident took place on Sunday afternoon, just after 1 p.m., when the black SUV suddenly veered in front of a bus, crossed over a tree-lined median, and disappeared behind the trees. Surveillance footage released by the police captured the disturbing scene as people ran toward the area where the migrant workers had been standing.
The six victims, who suffered various injuries including broken bones, a broken ankle, shoulder injuries, sprains, and an abrasion on the scalp, were all taken to the hospital. Fortunately, they have since been treated and released.
Initially, authorities believed the incident was an intentional assault, but further investigation and statements from the suspect’s family indicate that the driver did not intend to harm the migrant workers. Detectives are now examining the possibility that this was truly an accident.
Despite the driver’s claims of inadvertent acceleration and panic, the man has been charged with felony hit and run. It remains to be seen how the legal proceedings will unfold.
This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cautious driving and responsible actions, especially in crowded areas where innocent lives are at stake. As investigations continue, authorities will determine the appropriate actions to be taken against the driver.
