Two People Killed and Two Seriously Injured in Ardrey Kell Road Crash, Police Report

Charlotte, North Carolina — December 28, 2025 — According to WBTV and Charlotte-Mecklenburg police, two women lost their lives, and two others were severely hurt in a serious crash over the weekend.

The collision happened along Ardrey Kell Road near Red Rust Lane. When officers arrived, they found one vehicle off the roadway with heavy damage along the right side.

The driver, identified as Lorin Manley, was unresponsive inside. A rear passenger, Gloria Manley, and a child passenger were also unconscious. Paramedics pronounced both Lorin and Gloria Manley dead at the scene. The child was rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

A second vehicle remained on the road with significant front-end damage. The driver, Jason Scott, suffered serious injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Investigators believe speed played a role in the crash. Police say Scott was tested and showed no signs of impairment. Officers also said there was no immediate indication that Lorin Manley was impaired, though toxicology testing is still pending.

The investigation remains ongoing as crash detectives work to determine precisely what happened.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact investigators at 704-432-2169, extension 6. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Charlotte Crime Stoppers by phone or via the P3 Tips mobile app.

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