Texas

Lonnie Johnson Killed in Accident at US Hwy 287 in Polk County, TX

Published on: March 14, 2025

Date of Accident
December 12, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Lonnie Johnson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities in Polk County, TX, are investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred on December 12, 2024, at approximately 7:14 p.m. on U.S. Highway 287. Officials say an Infiniti I30 was exiting a private driveway when it failed to yield the right of way and collided with a semi-truck traveling east. The crash resulted in fatal injuries to the 61-year-old driver of the Infiniti, Lonnie Johnson. The semi-truck driver, a 62-year-old man who was not publicly identified, was uninjured. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Polk County Police
Vehicles Involved
Infiniti I30, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 287
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Infiniti I30 and a Semi-Truck were involved in a collision

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