Driver arrested in West End crash

A single-vehicle crash in West End resulted in the driver being arrested.

The incident happened on Monday in the 200 block of Holly Grove School Road just after 12:30 p.m.

First responders arrived to an overturned Ford Focus in a small ditch. Investigators say the driver crossed the centerline, hit a ditch on the opposite side of the road, and hit several trees before overturning in the ditch.

The male driver had minor injuries and was allegedly showing signs of impairment on scene. He initially declined medical attention and refused to go to the hospital. Troopers then placed the driver in handcuffs. Authorities on scene said he is facing multiple charges including DWI.

Seven Lakes Fire Department, Moore County EMS, and N.C. State Highway Patrol all responded to the scene.

~Article and photo by Sandhills Sentinel Reporter Patrick Priest.

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