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Deadly crash in Caldwell County claims life of 76-year-old driver

FILE - NC State Highway Patrol Trooper
FILE - NC State Highway Patrol Trooper

CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A 76-year-old man was killed in a Caldwell County crash early Wednesday morning, troopers said.

According to a release, David Dula was traveling west on Highway 64, near Helton Hartley Place, when he crossed the centerline and collided with the guardrail. His SUV then overturned and collided with a tree before catching on fire.

Troopers say he died at the scene of the crash.

Investigators do not believe speed or impairment played a part in the crash.


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