Police say the teen had a learner's permit and was driving a grey Mercedes, and neighbors have raised concerns about speeding on the street.
CHARLOTTE, NC - October 27, 2026
A 6-year-old girl was struck and killed on Friday afternoon in Charlotte, North Carolina, according to police. A 17-year-old unlicensed teen driver has been charged with felony hit and run.
Key Facts
- Date: Friday afternoon (first reported October 27, 2026)
- Location: Corner of Barrington and Lanecrest Drive, Charlotte, NC
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian
- Vehicles involved: Grey Mercedes
- Injuries / fatalities: One fatality (6-year-old girl)
- Responding agencies: Police
- Reported by: WCCB Charlotte
Crash Overview
Police said the girl had recently gotten off a school bus when the car hit her at the corner of Barrington and Lanecrest Drive. Police said the 17-year-old driver had a learner's permit and was behind the wheel of a grey Mercedes. Reports say the girl was a student at Devonshire Elementary School.
Community members placed a memorial of balloons and flowers at the corner. The driver is charged with felony hit and run and is scheduled to make a first court appearance on Tuesday morning.
Neighbors told the station they see speeding on the street and worry about children walking alone. Some parents want the city to add traffic calming measures, such as speed bumps, or pedestrian crosswalk lights near the school. At a Monday city council meeting, JD Mazuera Arias, who represents the area, said he wants the city to recommit to its Vision Zero goals and discuss lowering the speed limit.
People Involved
- Driver: A 17-year-old unlicensed teen, charged with felony hit and run.
- Victim: A 6-year-old girl, who died. Injury details were not specified.
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