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The Statesville Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred early Friday morning on Davie Avenue.

Emergency personnel responded to a traffic incident involving a 2024 Volkswagen and an electric scooter about 6 a.m. According to the preliminary investigation, Matthew Miller, 39, of Lenoir was operating the Volkswagen when the collision with the scooter occurred.

The operator of the scooter sustained critical injuries and was transported to Iredell Memorial Hospital, where they were later pronounced deceased. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

SPD investigators remained on the scene collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information that could assist with the investigation is encouraged to contact the Statesville Police Department at 704-878-3406.