Piedmont, AL – A two vehicle accident occurring on the early morning of September 26 has claimed the life of 73 year old Jo Ann Pogue-Pucket.
According to the report from Police Chief Nathan Johnson, she was driving a 2012 Toyota turning left onto the 200 By Pass off US highway 278 when her vehicle was struck by an 18 wheel log truck. According to the report, it appears the driver of the big rig failed to stop at the stop sign causing the accident.
The victim’s husband, 72 year old Johnny M. Pucket was critically injured in the wreck. He was transported to a Birmingham hospital where he continues to recuperate.
The identity of the truck driver is withheld at this time pending outcome of the ongoing investigation.
We will have more on this story when information is released by the Piedmont Police Department.
Mr. Baker is a reporter for WEIS Radio. (Information Provided by WEIS RADIO)
