Southern Pines, NC (May 16, 2026) - Local reports confirmed that a crash involving multiple vehicles on U.S.-1 injured several people, including a 1-year-old child, after a driver allegedly fled a traffic stop late Saturday morning.

Authorities reported that a Moore County sheriff’s deputy attempted to stop a Chevrolet Impala at about 11:45 a.m. near U.S.-1 and Magnolia Road in Aberdeen. Other reports placed the start of the incident closer to 11 a.m. near the same general area. According to investigators, the driver did not stop and continued north at a high rate of speed.

The fleeing vehicle crashed about one mile away near U.S.-1 and Saunders Boulevard in Southern Pines. Reports indicated that the Impala struck multiple vehicles, including an Acura SUV carrying a mother and her 1-year-old child. A pickup truck was also involved, and its driver declined treatment at the scene.

Four people were taken to hospitals after the crash. A passenger in the Chevrolet Impala became trapped in the wreckage and had to be freed by firefighters using hydraulic rescue tools before being airlifted to a trauma center. Three others were transported by ambulance to FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital, including the driver of the Impala and the mother and child in the Acura SUV. Their updated conditions were not immediately available.

Authorities identified the driver as 32-year-old Kendra Snipes of Sanford. Moore County Detention Center records showed that Snipes was booked into jail Saturday afternoon after receiving medical treatment. Reports stated that her license had been revoked before the incident.

Snipes faces multiple charges, including felony fleeing to elude arrest with a motor vehicle, possession of fentanyl, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, reckless driving with wanton disregard, driving while license revoked, providing fictitious or false information to an officer, and a window tint violation. Reports also stated that she was held without bond on the fleeing and fentanyl charges, with a $1,000 secured bond listed for separate Cumberland County charges.

Her first court appearance was scheduled for June 3 in Moore County District Court. Multiple agencies responded to the crash, including fire, EMS, police, and sheriff’s office personnel. The investigation remains ongoing. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

What Happens After a Serious Car Accident Is Reported

Crashes involving several vehicles, serious injuries, and criminal charges often raise questions that go beyond the first public report. After the initial response, officials may continue reviewing crash reports, vehicle positions, witness statements, medical transport information, and any available video or roadway evidence.

In a car accident, the criminal investigation and any civil claim review are usually separate processes. Authorities may focus on traffic violations, charges, and public safety issues, while injured people and families may later need to understand how insurance coverage, medical records, and documentation affect recovery questions. Because official reviews can take time, resources from a car accident fault law firm may help explain how responsibility is evaluated after a serious crash without relying only on early reports.

As more records become available, the practical issues can change. Medical conditions may develop over time, repair estimates may be updated, and insurance companies may request additional documentation before making decisions. For families facing these steps, keeping records organized and waiting for verified information can make the process easier to understand.

Reviewing Car Accident Options After a Southern Pines Crash

After a serious crash, families may face calls from insurers, medical billing questions, and uncertainty about what should be signed or shared. Legal guidance can help people understand the difference between routine paperwork and agreements that may affect future claims, especially when injuries are still being evaluated. “A lot of people come to us feeling overwhelmed because they are trying to make decisions before they have the full picture,” said Attorney Matthew Fleishman. “Our job is to help them slow the process down enough to understand what the records show and what choices may matter.”

Rosensteel Fleishman is a Charlotte based personal injury law firm that helps people after car accidents across North Carolina. Our firm focuses on clear communication, careful review of available records, and practical answers for people trying to move forward after a difficult crash.