Robeson County, NC (May 16, 2026) - Authorities confirmed through local reports and official statements that a fatal single-vehicle crash occurred around 11 p.m. near Lizzie Road and Iona Church Road, just west of Fairmont in Robeson County. Investigators reported that a 2013 Kia was traveling west on Lizzie Road when it went off the right side of the roadway, struck a ditch, overturned several times, and came to rest upside down in a field.

The right front passenger, identified as 18-year-old Ta’Nyah Lynn Pittman of Fairmont, was not restrained and was partially ejected through the vehicle’s sunroof. She was pronounced dead at the scene by Robeson County EMS and later transported to UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton. The driver, identified in reports as a juvenile, was injured and taken for medical treatment, with some reports noting transport to McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence. Later updates stated the driver was treated and released.

Following the crash, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol notified the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division after alcohol was believed to be a contributing factor. ALE agents conducted interviews and executed search warrants as part of the investigation. Authorities reported that before the crash, the occupants of the vehicle were given a bottle of liquor and also purchased alcohol on two occasions from Tiger Mart, located at 310 N. Walnut Street in Fairmont. Investigators said the alcohol was then taken to a park in Robeson County, where it was consumed before the crash occurred.

Four adults were later charged in connection with the investigation. Any’drean Cromartie, 22, of Fairview, was charged with two counts of conspiracy, contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile, two counts of giving spirituous liquor to a person under 21, and two counts of aiding and abetting the purchase of alcohol for a person under 21. Islam Al-Jadi, 35, of Lumberton, was charged with five counts of giving malt beverages to a person under 21, five counts of selling malt beverages to a person under 21, and five counts of allowing violations to occur on an ABC-permitted premise.

Craig Sealy, 40, of Fairmont, was charged with two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile, two counts of aiding and abetting, two counts of giving spirituous liquor to a person under 21, and two counts of conspiracy. Luna Blankenship, 18, of Lumberton, was charged with possession of spirituous liquor by a person under 21 and consumption of spirituous liquor by a person under 21. Authorities also stated that a juvenile petition was initiated against the driver for charges including possession and consumption of alcohol by a person under 21 and misdemeanor conspiracy. Additional crash-related charges were processed by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.

ALE officials stated that the investigative report would be forwarded to the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission for review. The commission will determine whether administrative action is appropriate for the business, which may include a fine, suspension, or revocation of ABC permits.

Understanding What Happens After A Serious Robeson County Crash

What is reported in the first days after a crash often represents only part of the overall review. In a serious roadway incident, investigators may continue gathering statements, inspecting the vehicle, reviewing roadway evidence, and confirming whether any outside factors played a role. Those findings can affect how police reports, insurance reviews, and related claims are understood later.

A car accident review may involve several layers of information, including physical evidence, medical records, witness accounts, and official reports. In cases where injuries or fatalities are involved, families may also have questions about how insurance companies evaluate responsibility, damages, and available coverage. For general information about these issues, car accident damages attorneys may review how documented facts connect to the broader claims process.

Civil review is different from a criminal or administrative investigation. While law enforcement may focus on citations, charges, or regulatory violations, an insurance or civil claim often looks at how the crash happened, who may have been affected, and what losses can be documented. As new records become available, the full picture can become more detailed than the earliest reports suggest.

How Different Accident Facts Can Shape Insurance And Injury Reviews

The way an accident is handled often depends on the type of crash, the number of people involved, the severity of injuries, and whether any outside conduct is being reviewed by authorities. A single-vehicle crash can still involve many questions, especially when passengers, roadway conditions, vehicle movement, alcohol allegations, or third-party conduct are part of the investigation. Each detail can influence how evidence is collected and how insurance carriers evaluate the event.

In serious car accident situations, claims reviews frequently move beyond the crash report alone. Medical treatment, restraint use, vehicle damage, roadway marks, toxicology findings, business records, and witness statements may all become part of the file. When agencies continue investigating after the initial report, families may see updates that change how the incident is understood from both an insurance and civil perspective.

Moving Forward After A Robeson County NC Car Accident

As more information becomes available, attention often turns to practical issues such as medical bills, insurance communication, lost income, and how a claim may be negotiated. In a car accident case, negotiation strategies usually depend on the specific facts, available coverage, documented injuries, and whether additional parties may be connected to the events that led to the crash. A careful review can help organize those details in a way that supports informed decision making.

Rosensteel Fleishman Car Accident & Injury Lawyers works with individuals and families facing the aftermath of serious roadway accidents. “Accountability starts with understanding what happened and making sure the people affected are not left trying to sort through the process alone,” said Attorney Matthew Fleishman. That perspective can be especially important when a crash involves ongoing investigation, multiple parties, or difficult questions about insurance responsibility.

Speaking With Rosensteel Fleishman About A Robeson County Accident Case

Rosensteel Fleishman represents individuals injured in car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents throughout North Carolina. After a serious crash, understanding possible timelines can help reduce confusion, especially when police reports, medical records, insurance reviews, and claim discussions are developing at the same time. Our firm helps clients and families evaluate these moving parts so they can better understand what may come next.

For those affected by the Robeson County crash described earlier, the questions that follow may involve more than the first news report. Insurance communication, documented damages, and the results of official investigations can all matter. Readers who want to discuss a car accident situation with Rosensteel Fleishman may contact our firm at 1-704-714-1450 for a straightforward conversation about their options.