Lumberton, NC (August 11, 2026) - Information provided by local police indicates that a pedestrian was struck and killed Tuesday morning on northbound I-95 near Exit 17.

A 911 call was placed shortly after 9 a.m. concerning a person who may have been hit by a vehicle. Officers from the Lumberton Police Department responded with the Lumberton Fire Department and Robeson County EMS. First responders found the individual deceased at the scene.

The collision occurred near the interchange with NC-72 in western Lumberton. Preliminary information indicates that an unidentified vehicle traveling north on I-95 struck the pedestrian. The person who died had not been positively identified as of Tuesday afternoon.

The Lumberton Police Department continues to investigate the incident. Anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant information may contact Officer Tanielle Cummings at 910-671-3845.

How Fatal Car Accident Investigations And Claims Are Reviewed

A fatal roadway incident can lead to several separate reviews. Law enforcement may examine physical evidence, witness accounts, vehicle information, and available video while working to determine how the collision occurred. Insurers may later evaluate those findings together with policy records and documentation of the losses connected to the incident.

Financial losses following a car accident may extend beyond immediate medical care and can include funeral expenses, lost household income, and other costs affecting a family. A person trying to understand which losses may be considered can choose a car crash lawyer to review the available records, insurance coverage, and circumstances surrounding the collision.

The process may change as investigators identify additional evidence or locate the vehicle involved. Keeping copies of official reports, insurance correspondence, receipts, and employment records can make it easier to evaluate the information required during a claim review.

Support For Families After A Fatal Lumberton Car Accident

Once the investigation begins to take shape, families may still have questions about insurance coverage, financial losses, and the types of compensation that could apply. Rosensteel Fleishman Car Accident & Injury Lawyers helps individuals review reports, policy information, and records related to a car accident. Our firm can explain how medical or funeral expenses, lost income, and other documented losses may be evaluated so families can make informed decisions about what to do next.