43-Year-Old Marvin Atkinson Killed In Kenly, NC Accident

Tragic accident that occurred on May 9th in Kenly, North Carolina. 43-year-old Marvin Dave Atkinson was tragically killed in a head on high-speed chase involving a Dodge Charger and a trooper on U.S. 301. Authorities say the chase began when the driver of the Dodge, Tanya Renee Terry reached 112 miles per hour in a 55 mph zone while fleeing a trooper who had tried to pull her over. Terry crashed into the truck, of which Mr. Atkinson was a passenger, near Truckstop Road. Terry was charged with second-degree murder, felony speeding to elude, and speeding 112 in a 55 mph zone. We send our thoughts and prayers to the family of the victim.