PITTSBORO, N.C. (WTVD) -- Two students at Northwood High School were in a car accident Saturday night, according to Chatham County Schools.
Bryan Vilchis, a senior at Northwood High School, died during the crash on Old Graham Road. Another student was injured and taken to the hospital in critical condition.
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Chatham County Schools said Villchis played football during his first two years at the school.
"My heart aches for these families," Superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson said in a written statement. "We mourn with the Northwood community the loss of a vibrant young life."
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School counselors and social workers will be offering support to staff and students.
The cause of the crash is currently unknown.