Driver crashes into trees after losing control on Bass Road

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A man was taken to the hospital Sunday afternoon after crashing his car along Bass Road near Page Store Road.

The crash happened around 5 p.m. and involved a Ford Crown Victoria.

According to troopers, the driver had been swerving along the road, running off each side multiple times before overcorrecting and spinning out into several trees.

The male driver sustained a cut to his head and was transported to the hospital for treatment.

Troopers say speed was a contributing factor in the crash.

Bass Road was temporarily closed while the wreck was investigated.

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A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.

Patrick Priest
Patrick Priest
A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.
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