Morganton Man Airlifted After Two Car Collision

Morganton Department of Public Safety responded to a two car collision on the 200 block of Herron Street at 1:45 this afternoon.  Both vehicles were traveling NW on Herron Street.  A silver SUV attempted to turn right into a driveway and was struck by a silver sedan.  Burke County EMS responded and transported six individuals to the hospital.  The driver of the sedan was airlifted to Mission Hospital in Asheville, listed in critical condition.  The wreck is currently being investigated and alcohol impairment is suspected.