TRAGEDY ON THE HIGHWAY: Devastating Collision Claims Lives of Active Duty Navy Sailor and Wife – Simba Wallace and Natalie Castro Killed in Semi-Truck Crash Near Camp Lejeune
A heartbreaking collision between a semi-truck and a Jeep Wrangler has resulted in the tragic loss of two lives, including an active duty sailor and his wife.
The incident occurred on Wednesday at approximately 5:30 p.m. near the intersection of Ludie Brown Road and Willie Hatcher Road, leaving the Camp Lejeune community in mourning.
According to police reports, Simba Wallace, a dedicated sailor stationed at Camp Lejeune, and his wife, Natalie Castro, were traveling in their Jeep Wrangler south on Willie Hatcher Road when they failed to yield to a semi-truck transporting chickens and heading west on Ludie Brown Road.
The semi-truck, driven by an unidentified individual, struck the Jeep, causing it to overturn, veer off the road to the left, and come to a halt partially off the road.
Tragically, both Simba Wallace and Natalie Castro were pronounced dead at the scene by troopers. The couple’s untimely passing has sent shockwaves through the military community, and their loved ones are struggling to come to terms with the loss.
The driver of the tractor-trailer was transported to ECU Health Duplin Hospital with relatively minor injuries, according to troopers. An investigation into the collision is ongoing, and further details will be released as more information becomes available.
The Camp Lejeune community is rallying around the families and loved ones of Simba Wallace and Natalie Castro, offering support and condolences during this incredibly difficult time.
The loss of these two young lives is a stark reminder of the preciousness of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.
As the investigation continues, the circumstances surrounding the collision remain under scrutiny. The failure of the Jeep to yield to the semi-truck has been identified as a contributing factor, but other details, such as speed and potential distractions, are still being examined.
