Hayden, Alabama – A fatal accident on Thursday night claimed the life of 67-year-old Janice M. Mehney, a resident of Dewitt, Michigan. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) confirmed that Mehney died in a two-vehicle collision near Hayden, Alabama.
The crash occurred just before 8 p.m. on U.S. Highway 31, near White Oak Trail, roughly five miles west of Hayden. Janice Mehney was driving a 2011 Ford Fusion when her vehicle collided with a 2003 Ford F-250 driven by 50-year-old Lewis E. Soli II, a resident of Hayden.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the collision. Unfortunately, Mehney was pronounced dead at the scene, highlighting the severity of the crash. The driver of the F-250, Lewis Soli II, was not reported to be injured.
The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation by ALEA, as they work to understand the circumstances that led to the tragic collision. The outcome of this investigation is expected to shed light on potential contributing factors and could lead to measures aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future.
The news of Janice Mehney’s death has left her family, friends, and the community both in Michigan and Alabama mourning her sudden loss. Her passing serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for caution on the highways. As the investigation continues, more details are anticipated to be released by ALEA to provide answers and bring closure to those affected by this heartbreaking event.