Mail carrier in Kill Devil Hills charged after fatally striking a pedestrian: Police
Amy Hudler, 53, was driving a 2021 Mercedes-Benz mail carrier vehicle when she proceeded to back up on Portsmouth Street. While backing up, Hudler hit 84-year-old James Hofler while he was crossing the road to check his mailbox.
Hofler sustained serious injuries and was then transferred to the Outer Banks Health Hospital in Nags Head. Police say Hudler immediately contacted emergency services and remained on scene.
Hofler later died as a result of his injuries on May 22.
An investigation was launched into the incident, in which Hudler was charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
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