NC teen dies after being hit by trash truck in Cary, driver charged, company releases statement

CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- A 13-year-old girl has died hours after being hit by a trash truck driver.

Cary police say they responded to a pedestrian hit call in the Cornerstone Shopping Center shortly after 10:00 a.m. Friday.

An investigation revealed that the teenager was in the crosswalk when she was hit by the driver who failed to yield the right of way.

The teen was taken to the hospital where she later died.

Police say the driver, Adrian Holt, 54, of Raleigh, has been charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle, failure to yield to reduce speed and carrying a concealed weapon.

Because of her age, police say they will not be releasing the girl's name.

Wall Recycling releases statement a day after girl dies:

"We are heartbroken by the tragic accident involving one of our vehicles, which resulted in the death of a 13-year-old girl. The incident occurred at 10 AM Friday near the Cornerstone Shopping Center in Cary, NC.

First and foremost, we extend our deepest condolences to the girl's family and friends. Our thoughts are with them during this unimaginable time of loss.

This experience has profoundly affected our entire company and the communities we serve. We are cooperating fully with local law enforcement and conducting an internal review to understand how this terrible accident occurred and how we can ensure such a tragedy never happens again."