A tragic accident occurred on Tuesday night in Laurel County, Kentucky, leaving a family devastated and searching for answers. The crash took place around 10 p.m. on KY-192, and the driver responsible, Wesley Allen, has been charged with murder after being found to be under the influence of alcohol.
The victim, Fred R. Johnson, was a hard-working man who had just finished his shift at Laurel Lake when the collision occurred. Johnson’s daughter-in-law, Valecia Swanson, expressed her grief, stating, “He took a good, honest, decent, hard-working man away from his wife and kids and grandchildren. We can’t get him back.”
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The family of the deceased was shocked and heartbroken by the sudden loss. Teddy Swanson, Johnson’s stepson, shared his pain, saying, “I’m hurt. I’m mad. I’ve suffered loss before, but nothing like this.”
Authorities revealed that Allen’s truck crashed into the Honda Civic driven by Johnson. The impact was fatal, resulting in Johnson’s death. The tragedy could have been avoided as court records indicate that Allen’s blood alcohol level was twice the legal limit, and an open container was found in his truck.
Valecia Swanson visited the site of the accident and described it as senseless, emphasizing that Johnson had been driving within his lane. She added, “There’s so many people that this has completely destroyed. He was a well-respected man. So many friends. So many family.”
Allen, 29, has been taken into custody at the Laurel County Jail. Police are awaiting the results of blood tests to gather further information about his level of intoxication.
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The grieving family has made arrangements for Johnson’s visitation, which will take place at Bowling Funeral Home in London on Sunday after 6 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday at 2 p.m.
This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence, resulting in the loss of a beloved member of the community. The family now seeks justice for their loved one and hopes that this tragedy will raise awareness about the importance of responsible driving.
