Arkansas

Wesley Adams Killed; Wanda Thornton Injured in Accident at US 63 in Lawrence County, AR

Date of Accident
December 6, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Wesley Adams, Wanda Thornton
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

US Highway 63, El Dorado, Lawrence County, AR, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian at US 63 in Lawrence County, AR on December 6th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 6:18 p.m. A previous crash had occurred nearby and 61-year-old Wesley Adams was reportedly acting a ground guide, attempting to stop southbound traffic. A Ford CL 9000 was in the process of turning around as a result before a Toyota operated by 78-year-old Wanda Thornton collided both Adams and the Ford. Adams suffered fatal injuries. Thornton suffered undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Arkansas State Police
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Corolla, Ford CL 9000
Road/Highway
US 63
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), undisclosed injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Corolla collided with a traffic director before hitting the passenger side of a Ford CL 9000 attempting to turn around

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