Four killed, 3 Injured After Crash Involving a City of Eden Vehicle, Duke Energy Contractors
Eden, NC – Four powerline workers died and three others were injured when a City of Eden dump truck struck a group of utility contractors on Thursday, April 24, 2025. The accident happened around 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Church Street and Carroll Street in Eden.
What Happened
A city dump truck was traveling north on Carroll Street and failed to stop at the stop sign. The car entered the intersection and struck six workers from a local utility services company who were performing maintenance at the time. After hitting the workers, the vehicle continued and hit a bucket truck before coming to a stop in a nearby ditch.
Four of the workers were pronounced dead at the scene. The victims are:
- Douglas Garland Sides, 72, of Summerfield
- Madison Carter, 42, of Sandy Ridge
- William Evans, 35, of Randleman
- Matthew Lockwood, 30, of Winston-Salem
Two others, Hunter Carter, 24, of Reidsville, and Kevin Alexander, 34, of Eden, were airlifted to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. One other worker who was in the bucket truck at the time of the impact was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The dump truck driver, a 66-year-old Eden resident, had minor injuries.
The Cause
According to preliminary reports, the driver failed to stop at the stop sign. He has been charged with a stop sign violation and misdemeanor death by motor vehicle. There is no indication of impairment, but the investigation is ongoing to determine all contributing factors.
Community Response
The community is in shock. Many are expressing condolences to the families and are calling for safety measures at the intersection.
The loss of life deeply saddens city officials. The mayor of Eden publicly acknowledged the tragedy and praised the first responders. Local support groups and counselors are being made available to the families and coworkers of the victims.
The utility company is also expressing its sympathies to the families and coworkers. The fallen workers were skilled, dedicated professionals who took pride in their work and service to the community.
Final Thoughts:
This tragic incident highlights the importance of driver awareness and road safety, especially in work zones. As investigations continue, the focus remains on honoring the lives lost and supporting those left behind. The community stands united in grief, hoping that such a heartbreaking event never occurs again.
