Mecklenburg sheriff’s deputy injured in car accident during funeral procession: MCSO

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Mecklenburg County Sheriff's deputy was injured Friday afternoon while directing traffic for a funeral procession.

According to the sheriff's office, Deputy J. Turner was hit inside a vehicle that was struck by another driver around 1 p.m. Sept. 20 at the corner of Beatties Ford Road and Trinity Road. Following the accident, she was taken to the hospital by Medic.

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Authorities say the driver is a juvenile and was charged with not having a license and failure to heed lights and siren. The driver's mother reportedly received a citation for contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

"We are relieved that this accident was not more serious," said Sheriff Garry McFadden. "Deputy Turner suffered some minor injuries, but thanks to the quick response from Medic, she is now receiving excellent care. We look forward to welcoming Deputy Turner back once she has fully recovered."