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Driver crashes into light pole, tree in Ballantyne

A driver is in the hospital after crashing into a light pole and a tree overnight.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A driver is in the hospital after crashing into a light pole and a tree overnight.

Crews had to pull the driver from a pickup truck on Johnston Road near Providence Road West about 2 a.m.

Police believe the driver was speeding and drinking.

The road was shut down for a couple of hours while crews investigated and cleared the scene.

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