From WXII:
ASHEBORO, N.C. —Keith Crisco, a Congressional candidate who was in a close race with "American Idol" finalist Clay Aiken, died suddenly Monday.
Apparently, Crisco passed away after suffering an accident in his home.
The primary election was hotly contested:
Unofficial results from the Democratic primary in the 2nd Congressional District showed Aiken leading Crisco by less than 400 votes out of more than 28,000 cast. The Associated Press reported last week that Aiken had enough votes to avoid a runoff, and the margin was too big for Crisco to request a recount.
but it would seem that Aiken will be the Democratic candidate in NC-02 regardless of the final tally.
Condolences to Crisco's family and friends.