WILMINGTON, NC (THECOUNT) — Tacoma Reda, 22, and Ofelia Landa, 62, have been identified as the two people killed Wednesday afternoon in a high-speed motorcycle crash involving a passenger vehicle on in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Reda was the motorcycle driver and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities confirmed. Landa, a passenger in the other vehicle involved, was taken to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, where she later died from her injuries.
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The crash occurred around 1:45 p.m. in the 5900 block of Oleander Drive, a major roadway in Wilmington. Wilmington Police Department officials reported that the motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed prior to the collision. Witnesses estimated that it may have been moving between 90 and 100 miles per hour before the crash.
Investigators with the Wilmington Police Department are actively examining the scene, reviewing witness statements, and collecting evidence to determine the cause of the collision. Officials have not released additional details regarding the sequence of events, and the investigation is ongoing.
Authorities emphasized that the incident is being handled according to standard investigative procedures. Officers are reviewing all physical evidence, including vehicle positions, roadway conditions, and any available video footage, to reconstruct the events leading to the fatalities.
Reda and Landa’s families have been notified, and police are coordinating with them as the investigation continues. Wilmington Police have urged anyone with information to contact the department to assist in the ongoing inquiry.
Oleander Drive is a heavily traveled north-south corridor connecting residential and commercial areas in Wilmington. High speeds on this roadway pose a significant risk to motorists and pedestrians. Law enforcement officials continue to stress the importance of adhering to posted speed limits and exercising caution on city streets.
While witness accounts indicate the motorcycle was traveling at a high speed, authorities have not yet confirmed whether speed alone contributed to the crash or if other factors were involved. Wilmington Police are carefully documenting all aspects of the incident before drawing conclusions.
The crash marks a double fatality in Wilmington, highlighting the dangers of high-speed travel in urban areas. Police continue to coordinate with emergency responders and hospital staff to manage the aftermath and ensure accurate reporting of the incident.
The investigation remains active, with Wilmington Police continuing to gather evidence, review camera footage, and process public tips. Officials reiterated that the community is being kept informed as additional information becomes available.
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