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Man accused of driving impaired, crashing into ambulance and killing paramedic, officials say
By Spencer Chrisman, Jordan Gartner at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A North Carolina man accused of crashing into an ambulance and killing a first responder was allegedly impaired.According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, an ambulance was hit from behind by a Dodge Challenger being driven by 35-year-old Jared Lo...
Key takeaway According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, an ambulance was hit from behind by a Dodge Challenger being driven by 35-year-old Jared Logan on Highway 74 near Interstate 85 Monday morning.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The tragic loss of a paramedic in a neighboring state hits close to home for Nashville 's first responders, who face similar risks on the job every day. The crash serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that emergency medical technicians and paramedics face while tending to patients on the scene. In Nashville, where ambulances and emergency vehicles frequently navigate busy highways and intersections, the potential for similar accidents is ever-present. The outpouring of support from the community in Cleveland County is a testament to the high regard in which first responders are held, and Nashville's own community is likely to offer similar support to local emergency medical services. As memorial services are planned for the fallen paramedic, Nashville's residents may reflect on the sacrifices made by local first responders and the importance of staying vigilant on the roads to prevent such tragedies from occurring.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A North Carolina man accused of crashing into an ambulance and killing a first responder was allegedly impaired.According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, an ambulance was hit from behind by a Dodge Challenger being driven by 35-year-old Jared Lo...
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