Man killed after being hit by tractor-trailer, tow truck in Cumberland County

Wednesday, January 24, 2018
CUMBERLAND COUNTY (WTVD) -- Troopers said a man is dead after he was struck by a tractor-trailer and then a tow truck.

The incident happened just after 12:30 Wednesday morning on 301 South near NC 87 in Cumberland County.
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The North Carolina State Highway Patrol said the unidentified man was on an unlit area of the road, wearing dark clothing and a camo hat when he was struck and killed by a tractor-trailer.

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After he was hit, officials said he was struck again by a tow truck who also didn't see him on the road.
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Reports state that speed and alcohol are not factors in either crash.

Charges have not been filed against either driver.
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