ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. — A China Grove fire truck was struck early Wednesday morning while working to clear a deadly pedestrian crash on Interstate 85 North.
The impacts of the crashes are still being felt hours later.
Around 11:30 Tuesday night, officials say a pedestrian was hit and killed on I-85 in Rowan County.
When crews from the China Grove Fire Department responded to the crash, a driver hit their truck around 3:30 a.m. in the right lane north of Highway 152.
UPDATE: Crews are still clearing a crash involving a #ChinaGrove fire truck that was working on a deadly pedestrian crash on I-85 NB north of NC 152 #RowanCo. Proceed with extreme caution. pic.twitter.com/pJznKl6abU
— Traffic Team 9 (@TrafficTeam9) September 2, 2026
One person in the car that hit the fire truck was taken to the hospital, conscious and alert. They are expected to be ok.
The right lane remained blocked through the morning as investigators worked to collect evidence and determine the cause of both crashes.
The road fully reopened around 5:45 a.m.
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Channel 9 is asking for more information about what led up to the crashes and if anyone will face charges.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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