Arkansas

David Crum Killed; Charles Willis Injured in Accident at US Hwy 70 in Salem, AR

Published on: May 18, 2023

Date of Accident
May 17, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
David Crum, Charles Willis
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

US Hwy 70, Salem, AR

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US Hwy 70 in Salem, AR on May 17th, 2023. Police say it happened around 7:10 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer operated by 58-year-old David Crum was headed eastbound, approaching a curve in the roadway. They believe the truck lost control while navigating the curve and veered across a center lane into the path of a westbound tractor-trailer operated by 49-year-old Charles Willis. The vehicles collided, leaving Crum with fatal injuries. Willis had injuries that were not disclosed, according to police. Additional information was not provided.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Arkansas State Police
Vehicles Involved
Peterbilt Tractor-Trailer, Kenworth Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
US Hwy 70
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), undisclosed injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Peterbilt Tractor-Trailer and a Kenworth Tractor-Trailer were involved in a collision

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