WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – A New Hanover County Fire Rescue vehicle ran a red light and overturned, causing a three-vehicle crash that stopped traffic Tuesday evening at the intersection of Market Street and Barclay Hills Drive, the Wilmington Police Department said.
The department said the call came in at 6:26 p.m. on Oct. 13.
Wilmington police determined that the New Hanover County Fire Rescue vehicle caused the crash. The vehicle overturned during the incident, and its driver was cited for running a red light.
Drivers were advised to avoid the area while crews cleared the crash.
All roads have since reopened.