William Layne III Killed in Truck Accident on Interstate 64 in Milton, WV
UPDATE (August 8, 2023): Additional details released by authorities identified the man killed in the crash as 40-year-old William Layne III. The circumstances leading up to the crash are still under investigation.
Milton, WV — August 3, 2023, a person was killed in a truck collision on eastbound Interstate 64 near the Milton exit in Milton, WV.
Authorities say that on August 3, a fatal accident occurred when, for unknown reasons, a semi-truck and a box truck collided on Interstate 64 in Milton. According to reports, the crash happened shortly after 1:30 in the morning.
As investigators determine the events that led to the crash, few details have been released. Officials confirmed one person suffered fatal injuries. The victim's name has not been released at this time.
The investigation is ongoing. No further information is available.
