Illinois

Wayne Franklin Baucom Jr Killed in Truck Accident at I-64 in Woodlawn, IL

Published on: March 31, 2025

Date of Accident
March 28, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Wayne Franklin Baucom Jr
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Illinois State Police are investigating a crash that killed one driver at I-64 in Woodlawn, IL on March 28th. 2025. Police say the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer failed to slow for stopped traffic before colliding with the rear of a semi-truck ahead. Authorities say the impact caused a chain reaction crash involving other vehicles. Authorities say one driver, identified as 67-year-old Wayne Franklin Baucom Jr, was fatally injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-64
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck collided with the rear of another semi-truck

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