North Carolina

Bonney Wheatley Killed in Accident at US Hwy 70 in Johnston County, NC

Published on: June 11, 2024

Date of Accident
June 10, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Bonney Wheatley
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 70 E, Knoxville, Johnston County, NC

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed one person involved at US Hwy 70 in Johnston County, NC on June 10th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 1:06 p.m. Authorities alleged a tractor-trailer operated by 77-year-old Robert Wallace did not slow for a closed road ahead, colliding with several other vehicles. Reports indicate six people involved were injured, including 79-year-old Bonney Wheatley. Wheatley died at the scene, reports say. Sources indicate Wallace was charged with misdemeanor death by motor vehicle. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Tennessee Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
US Hwy 70
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with three other vehicles

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