Gabriella Elise Cruz Obituary, Death – A fatal crash involving two vehicles occurred on Interstate 40 in Catawba County, North Carolina, on Friday evening, resulting in the death of a young woman and minor injuries to four others. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol reported that the collision happened at approximately 7 p.m. on the…

CLAREMONT, N.C. — On the evening of August 1, 2025, a tragic crash during severe weather conditions claimed the life of 22-year-old Gabriella Elise Cruz, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend. The fatal collision occurred on Interstate 40 west in Catawba County, North Carolina, and has left her family, friends, and the community in deep…