A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle on Matheson Avenue in north Charlotte Monday morning, Medic confirmed.
The crash happened just before the intersection of Matheson and North Tryon Street around 6:30 a.m., according to Medic. The pedestrian, who hasn’t been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Charlotte North Carolina Attractions and Events
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Charlotte North Carolina Attractions and Events
Whether you are a family or a couple, Charlotte has plenty of exciting attractions to keep you entertained. The city’s IMAX theater and shopping centers are great places for a family outing, and there are also many unique places to see and experience around town. There is also a vibrant arts scene in the city, and visitors to Charlotte can take part in a variety of activities and events.
In addition to its many attractions, Charlotte is a thriving financial center and home to several professional sports teams. Visitors can enjoy ice skating at the U.S. Whitewater Center and go ice skating at the Charlotte Christmas Village. The city is also famous for its NASCAR events, and the first professional stock car race was held in Charlotte in 1949. A visit to the NASCAR Hall of Fame is also a must for NASCAR fans, both locals and visitors.
Charlotte has four seasons, and the foliage in the Fall is especially beautiful. The winters are relatively mild for the South, with only a few inches of snow falling a year. During the colder months, the mountains around Charlotte can offer fresh white powder on the ground. In contrast, the summers are warm, but not nearly as hot as in southern states.
Charlotte is one of the best places to find a job. According to Glassdoor, Charlotte is the 24th-best city for finding a gig in the U.S. In 2017, the unemployment rate in Charlotte was only 4.9%, and the median salary was higher than the national average.