Arkansas

Sheila Vaughn Killed; Merlin Auterson Injured in Accident at State Hwy 164 in Johnson County, AR

Published on: December 8, 2022

Date of Accident
December 6, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Sheila Vaughn, Merlin Auterson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 164, Clarksville, Johnson County, AR, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at State Hwy 164 in Johnson County, AR on December 6th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 2:25 p.m. According to investigators, a Mack truck operated by 66-year-old Merlin Auterson was headed southbound on Hwy 164 as a Kia Forte is alleged to have veered into its lane. The Mack truck allegedly veered right, traveling partially into a shoulder in an effort to avoid a collision before both vehicles collided. The driver of the Kia, identified as 52-year-old Sheila Vaughn, was killed. Auterson suffered undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Arkansas State Police
Vehicles Involved
Mack truck, Kia Forte
Road/Highway
State Hwy 164
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Mack truck collided with a Kia Forte

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