Driver killed, 2 injured after SUV runs red light at Catawba County intersection, troopers say - WCCB Charlotte

Published
June 18, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Newton, North Carolina
intersection of NC 16 and Buffalo Shoals Road
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Newton North Carolina in Newton, North Carolina: A Hyundai Tucson ran a solid red light at the intersection of NC 16 and Buffalo Shoals Road, colliding with a Ford Explorer. The 22‐year‐old driver died on scene while two passengers sustained non‐life‐threatening injuries.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Sheck Kamara Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured
Noah Hocking Driver Injured

Original reporting

Driver killed, 2 injured after SUV runs red light at Catawba County intersection, troopers say - WCCB Charlotte

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