JONESBORO, Ark. — Family, friends, and the trucking community are mourning the loss of Robert Furches, a 71-year-old truck driver from Millington, Tennessee, who was killed in a tragic crash Wednesday morning in Jonesboro.
According to Arkansas State Police, the fatal collision occurred at approximately 10:55 a.m. on January 14 at the intersection of CW Post Road and Moore Road. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene shortly before 11 a.m., where they found a devastating crash involving two commercial vehicles.
Preliminary information from the fatal crash report indicates that Robert Furches was traveling eastbound on CW Post Road, operating a 2023 Freightliner, when it collided with a southbound 2020 Volvo driven by Dinh Linh Hong, 55, of Morrow, Georgia. Despite life-saving efforts, Furches succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities with Arkansas State Police and the Jonesboro Police Department continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash to determine contributing factors. At this time, no additional details regarding the cause have been released.
Beyond the details of the accident, Robert Furches is remembered as a man who spent much of his life on the open road, providing for his family through honest and demanding work. At 71 years old, he remained committed to his profession, a testament to his strong work ethic and dedication. His passing has left a deep void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
The loss of Robert serves as a solemn reminder of the dangers faced daily by those who work in transportation and logistics, and of how quickly lives can be changed by tragedy on the roadway. As the community reflects on this heartbreaking incident, many are offering prayers and condolences to his family during this incredibly difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the loved ones of Robert Furches, as well as to all those affected by this tragic crash. May his memory be honored, his legacy remembered with respect, and may his family find comfort and strength in the love and support surrounding them.
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