1 driver killed; other driver arrested, charged with felony after racing, crashing near State Farmers Market
A driver was arrested early Friday morning following a crash caused by racing near the State Farmers Market.
Posted — UpdatedThe crash occurred before 2:30 a.m. on Lake Wheeler Road close to Centennial Parkway.
According to Raleigh police, Jocelynn Morrison, 24, and Jada Ballen, 25, were racing on Centennial Parkway right before the crash.
Police said Morrison lost control of her car and sideswiped Ballen. Both cars went through a grass median.
Ballen regained control and stopped her car on Lake Wheeler Road, but Morrison crossed the intersection with Lake Wheeler Road and struck a tree. Her car spun and struck a second tree before coming to a stop, police said.
Morrison was transported to a hospital with serious injuries, where she later died..
Ballen was arrested and charged with felony serious injury by vehicle. Ballen's charges were upgraded to felony death by vehicle Tuesday.
A black car with a shattered windshield, believed to be Ballen's Chevy Malibu, was visible at the scene.
The road reopened by 11 a.m.
The crash remains under investigation.
Anyone who believes they may have information that might assist the investigation is asked to visit Crimestoppers at www.p3tips.com/89 for anonymous reporting options or call 919-996-1193.
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