HUNTERSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

MEDIA RELEASE Pedestrian/Vehicle Crash

Media Release Number: 110920-01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 20, 2011
Approved: _____________________ Chief of Police

HUNTERSVILLE, NC: On Monday, September 19, 2011 at 8:45pm Huntersville Police were dispatched to the area of 14601 Statesville Road in reference to two pedestrians that were struck by a vehicle. According to witnesses on scene, it appears that a Ford Mustang was traveling northbound on Statesville Rd. and struck two female pedestrians as they were crossing the road walking toward Deer Hill II Apartments. The pedestrians have been identified as Veronica Dukes, B/F, age 51 and Tashunda Dukes, B/F, age 18. The driver of the vehicle was on scene when officers arrived. Both pedestrians were transported to CMC Main with serious injuries. The Huntersville Police Departments Traffic Safety Section is continuing their investigation.

Anyone with information concerning this incident, or anyone requesting more information, should contact Captain Michael Kee at 704.464-5400.

The Mission of the Huntersville Police Department is to improve the quality of life in the Town of Huntersville by working in partnerships with the community to preserve life, enforce the law, maintain order, provide quality police services and to reduce the fear and incidence of crime. Our most valuable asset in carrying out this mission is our employees and their dedication to maintain our reputation as North Carolinas Finest and to make Huntersville a safer community. Our core organizational values of Honor, Professionalism and Dedication serve to guide our employees in their pursuit of excellence and in making our vision a reality.