Justice for Fletcher Harris and Skylar Provenza: Seeking Accountability After Tragic DWI Crash

The Catawba College community and the town of Statesville are in mourning following a catastrophic head-on collision on Amity Hill Road that claimed the lives of two promising young people, Fletcher Mark Daniel Harris, 20, and Skylar Nichole Provenza, 19.

According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, the accident occurred late Friday night, January 16, 2026, when a Chevy Silverado driven by 37-year-old Juan Alvarado Aguilar crossed the center line and struck the couple’s Honda Accord head-on. Aguilar has since been charged with two counts of felony death by vehicle and driving while impaired (DWI).

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A Legacy Cut Short

Fletcher Harris was a dedicated student-athlete, serving as a goalkeeper for the Catawba College men's soccer team and earning consistent recognition on the Presidential Honor Roll and Dean's List. Skylar Provenza, a vibrant 19-year-old from Statesville, was his beloved partner; both were pronounced deceased at the scene.

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The Path to Legal Justice

While the criminal justice system has set a substantial $5 million bond for the suspect—who also faces an ICE detainer and a prior history of failing to appear for DWI charges—criminal prosecution is only one side of justice. For families left in the wake of such "unimaginable" loss, the civil legal path is vital for securing true accountability.

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How Hall & Dixon Can Assist:

1. Wrongful Death Advocacy: Navigating the complex legal hurdles of seeking compensation for the loss of a loved one due to gross negligence.
2. Impaired Driving Liability: Holding drunk drivers and potentially the establishments that over-served them (Dram Shop laws) responsible.
3. Investigation of Roadway Safety: Assessing factors like lane markings and road design on dangerous stretches like Amity Hill Road.

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At Hall & Dixon, we focus on the personal injury perspective, ensuring that victims and their families are not forgotten in the legal process. Our mission is to provide compassionate, expert representation to help families find a path forward after a life-altering tragedy.

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If you or a loved one has been affected by a similar incident, contact Hall & Dixon today for a free consultation at (704) 993-6825 or visit our website to learn more.

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Explore more about how we handle these specific cases through our specialized resources:

1. Understanding North Carolina DWI Laws: To learn more about how felony death by vehicle charges impact a civil lawsuit, see more here: NC Accident Law.
2. The Physical Toll of Head-On Collisions: For a deeper look at the medical and traumatic impact of high-speed truck vs. car impacts, see more here: Injured Body.
3. Investigating Roadway Negligence: To understand how we prove liability in center-line crossing accidents on rural North Carolina roads, see more here: Highway Claims.
4. Advocating for Safer Communities: We are committed to preventing future tragedies caused by impaired drivers; find out how we protect local families, see more here: Protect Pedestrianspedestrians.

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