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5 injured , 2 in critical condition after Burlington crash
By Brian Mezerski
Two cars collided at the intersection of Main Street and Blackwell Street in Burlington at 8 this morning, leaving five people injured, according to police.
Burlington Police Capt. Kelly George said Kobe Smithfield, 22, was driving his Dodge west on Main Street, when he crossed the centerline and crashed into a Ford Taurus. Smithfield’s vehicle burst into flames for a short time and both he and his passenger, Janettea Ulaitne, 20, were airlifted to UNC-Chapel Hill Medical Center for specialized burn treatment, according to George. Both are in critical condition, according to a medical center spokesperson.
The driver of the Taurus, Brenda Gee, 32, and her children Beverly, 10, and Blaise, 5, are all in good condition at Alamance Regional Medical Center, according to a hospital report.
“The children in this situation were saved by the correct use of safety harnesses and their placement in the back seat,” George said. “It’s a lesson for everyone.”
Burlington fire, rescue and police workers arrived on the scene within minutes of the crash after being called by a patron inside Longbranch Steakhouse who witnessed the accident.
Extrication tools were necessary to rescue the crash victims from both vehicles. Sixteen specially trained personnel helped the victims of the crash.
No charges have been filed and the wreck is still under investigation.
