Victim Identified: Alexander Sheppard, 30, of Statesville, NC, Killed on Shelton Avenue Crash

Alexander Sheppard Death in Statesville – Statesville Police Department have identified the local driver killed on the morning of March 6, 2025, on Shelton Avenue in Statesville.

At approximately 10:15 a.m., 30-year-old Alexander Sheppard of Statesville was driving when his vehicle crashed into C&H Laundry. The impact of the crash resulted in a fire that completely destroyed the building, leaving the community in shock and mourning.

Emergency responders, including the Statesville Fire Department and Statesville Police Department, arrived swiftly to extinguish the flames and secure the area. Unfortunately, despite their efforts, Alexander Sheppard was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported as a result of the crash and subsequent fire.

Witnesses reported that the vehicle was traveling at a high speed before losing control and crashing into the laundry facility. The intense fire that followed consumed the entire building, causing significant damage and loss. Nearby businesses and residents were temporarily evacuated as a precautionary measure.

The Statesville Police Department has released the name of the deceased driver and stated that the investigation is ongoing. They are working diligently to determine the exact cause of the crash and are urging anyone who witnessed the accident or has any information to come forward. The community is rallying together to support those affected by this tragic incident.

As the investigation continues, the Statesville community remains united in grief and resilience. The loss of Alexander Sheppard and the destruction of C&H Laundry have left a lasting impact on the town, and authorities are committed to uncovering the circumstances that led to this devastating event.