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Two people — one from Columbus, another from Hurtsboro — killed in head-on crash

By Kelby Hutchison

Updated October 25, 2023 9:43 AM

Two people are dead following a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Macon County, Alabama, according to authorities.

Authorities say Santoyas D. Jackson, 33, of Columbus, Georgia and Larry R. Johnson, 56, of Hurtsboro, Alabama were both pronounced dead at the scene.

The head-on crash occurred on U.S. Highway 80, approximately 12 miles south of Auburn, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

Troopers with ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate, according to the release.

This story was originally published October 24, 2023 at 5:55 PM.

Kelby Hutchison

Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Kelby Hutchison is the breaking news reporter for the Ledger-Enquirer. Originally from Dothan, Alabama, Kelby grew up frequently visiting Columbus to eat at Country’s BBQ in the old Greyhound bus station and at Clearview BBQ on River Road. He graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.A. in criminal justice and a M.A. in journalism. During his studies, Kelby specialized in community journalism.

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