Arkansas

Melvin Wilkerson Killed in Accident at US Hwy 167 in Saline County, AR

Published on: December 3, 2021

Date of Accident
December 2, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Melvin Wilkerson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

US Hwy 167, Saline County, AR

What Happened

State Police are investigating a collision that killed a driver at US Hwy 167 in Saline County, AR on December 2nd, 2021. They say the incident happened around 3 p.m. A Ford passenger vehicle operated by 85-year-old Melvin Wilkerson is accused of traveling into the path of an oncoming tractor-trailer while attempting to entered southbound US 167 from a private driver. The truck allegedly attempted to swerve left into northbound lanes to avoid the collision but was not able. Wilkerson suffered fatal injuries as a result of the collision. No word was provided on the condition of the truck driver.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Arkansas State Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford, Kenworth Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 67
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford entered into the path of a Kenworth Truck and both vehicles collided

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