Four Duke Energy contractors killed in Eden crash
Officials pictured on the scene of the accident Thursday in Eden. Image courtesy of WGHP-TV.
Four Duke Energy contractors were killed Thursday following a crash in Eden involving a city dump truck.
WGHP-TV reports that the incident happened while the contractors were working on power lines in the area of Church and Carroll Streets.
Troopers have identified the driver of the dump truck as Michael Ray Vernon, 66, of Eden. Witnesses said they saw Vernon speed through a stop sign and hit six men.
Four were killed instantly: Matthew Lockwood, 30, of Winston-Salem; Douglas Garland Sides, 72, of Summerfield; Madison Carter, 42, of Sandy Ridge; and William Evans, 35, of Randleman.
Two other workers were transported to a hospital in critical condition. Vernon was also taken to a hospital with minor injuries. He was charged with a stop sign violation and misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
Troopers say impairment was likely not a factor in the crash and the investigation is ongoing.
Duke Energy released a statement calling it a “tragic event,” adding that the company is working with law enforcement officials.
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