Lewyn Stewart Jr. dies in fatal Raleigh car crash

Lewyn Stewart Jr. dies in fatal Raleigh car crash

Fatal Raleigh car crash death of Lewyn Stewart Jr.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene following reports of a traffic incident on Yonkers Road and I-440 East. The motorcyclist, confirmed as Lewyn Stewart Jr., was found unconscious in the road after the collision. The driver of the involved car was Cynthia Lucas, alongside a passenger.

The official time of the accident was 11:10 p.m. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the motorcycle in a damaged condition, alongside a Nissan Altima with visible front-end damage. Lewyn Stewart Jr., aged 55, was pronounced deceased at the scene by medical personnel. Cynthia Lucas, identified as 41 years old, and the car passenger, whose details are not specified, were transported to a medical facility with non-life-threatening injuries.

According to the investigation, the motorcycle was proceeding northbound on Yonkers Road. The Altima, traveling southbound on the same road, was attempting to turn left into the I-440 East ramp when the collision occurred. Police reports indicate that Cynthia Lucas informed investigators she had not observed the approaching motorcycle before the impact.

A witness present at the intersection described seeing the Altima proceed through a stop sign. This action allegedly resulted in the Altima entering the path intended for the motorcycle, leading to the accident. Police are continuing to gather further information regarding the incident. Cynthia Lucas is expected to face charges related to the maneuver and the fatality.