Fatal crash leads to arrest

LEXINGTON, NC – This morning, Lexington Police Officers were dispatched to a vehicle crash involving an SUV and a motorcycle on West Fifth Avenue at US Hwy 29/70. Officers and emergency medical personnel began life-saving measures at the scene on the motorcycle driver, identified as Kyle Franklin Blackwell, age 30, of Lexington. Blackwell succumbed to his injuries sustained in the crash and died at the scene.

Officers identified the driver of the involved SUV as Tony Lewis Smyre, age 40, of Spencer. Smyre was arrested and charged with driving while impaired and driving while license revoked. He is at the Davidson County Jail, and his bond is set for $1,000. Smyre’s court date is Wednesday, May 12, at Lexington Admin Court.

The Lexington Police Department traffic reconstruction unit responded to the scene and began an extensive investigation of the crash. This investigation is still ongoing. Officers continue to work closely with the Davidson County District Attorney’s Office to determine if any other criminal charges will be filed.

Davidson County Emergency Medical Services and Lexington Fire Department also assisted at the scene.

Please call the Lexington Police Department at 336-243-3302 or Lexington Area CrimeStoppers at 336-243- 2400 if you have any information about this case. All calls to CrimeStoppers are anonymous, and cash rewards are available.