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Sydney Strickland killed in Scotland County crash
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. — A tragic crash early Saturday morning claimed the life of one teenager and left three others in critical condition, according to officials.
The collision occurred shortly after 3 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. Highway 74 and Highway 79 near Laurinburg.
Authorities confirmed that the victim who died has been identified as Sydney Strickland, a young woman who had recently begun her college journey.
Loved ones described her as someone with both intelligence and beauty, who was actively pursuing her dreams.
Emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene.
Two of the surviving victims were airlifted to nearby trauma centers due to the severity of their injuries, while a third was transported by EMS to a local hospital.
Officials have not released further details on their current medical conditions.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol has been contacted for additional information as the investigation into the cause of the crash continues.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.