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8 injured in east Charlotte car accident Tuesday afternoon, paramedics say

Eight people were injured after a crash along East W.T. Harris Boulevard Tuesday, April 4, 2023.
Eight people were injured after a crash along East W.T. Harris Boulevard Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Courtesy of WSOC-TV

Eight people were injured after multiple cars crashed in east Charlotte on Tuesday afternoon, according to paramedics.

Two were seriously injured and six were being treated for minor injuries after the crash, which happened around 2 p.m. at the intersection of East W.T. Harris Boulevard at Linda Lake Drive.

Observer news partner WSOC-TV reported that southbound lanes of W. T. Harris Boulevard were closed.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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