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On Saturday, March 18, 2023, at approximately 10:01 p.m., CMPD officers from the Metro Division responded to the 1200 block of N. Tryon St. in reference to a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. When officers arrived, they located a 2016 Hyundai Sonata with front-end damage in the roadway. The driver of the Hyundai was identified as Ms. Laquita Dionne Blackmon (DOB 03/02/1991). Ms. Blackmon remained on scene. Officers also located a pedestrian near the Hyundai in the middle of the roadway who was not responsive. The pedestrian was identified as Mr. Daniel Antwan Henry (DOB 05/07/1981). The Charlotte Fire Department and MEDIC responded to assist. MEDIC transported Mr. Henry to Atrium Health Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. Next of kin has been notified of Mr. Henry's death.

The CMPD Major Crash Investigation Unit along with the DWI Task Force, and CMPD Crime Scene Investigation responded to conduct the investigation. The initial investigation indicates that Mr. Henry was crossing N. Tryon St. near W. 15th St. Mr. Henry was not in a crosswalk and was wearing dark clothing. As Mr. Henry was crossing N. Tryon St., Ms. Blackmon was driving northeast on N. Tryon St. and that is when the front end of the Hyundai collided with Mr. Henry. Ms. Blackmon pulled over immediately after the collision.

Speed does not appear to be a factor for the Hyundai. Ms. Blackmon was screened for impairment and was found not to be impaired. Impairment is unknown for Mr. Henry and is pending the toxicology report.

This is an ongoing, active investigation. As further information develops it will be released by CMPD Public Affairs. Any witnesses to the crash, or anyone with information concerning the crash, should contact Detective Mercedes at (704) 432-2169 Ext# 5 or Crime Stoppers at (704) 334-1600. The public can also visit the Crime Stoppers website at http://charlottecrimestoppers.com/. The report number for this case is 20230318-2201-00.

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Fatal Crash Investigation in the Metro Division - charlottenc.gov