08/15/2026
August 15, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident on County Road 103
Lafayette County, Mississippi — On August 14, 2026, at approximately 4:07 p.m., the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding a single-vehicle accident on County Road 103 near the intersection of County Road 104.
Deputies responded to the scene and located a vehicle that had been involved in a collision on the east side of County Road 103. Deputies immediately began extracting the two occupants from the vehicle. Both occupants were successfully removed as the vehicle began to catch fire.
The Lafayette County Fire Department and Baptist EMS arrived on scene and began rendering emergency medical aid to both occupants.
The driver of the vehicle, Chloe Johnson, 19, of Abbeville, Mississippi, was pronounced deceased at the scene by Lafayette County Coroner Glenn Coleman.
The passenger, Zoe Johnson, 19, of Abbeville, Mississippi, was transported by Hospital Wing from the scene to Region One Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. She is currently listed in critical but stable condition.
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division responded to the scene and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. The cause of the accident remains under investigation. At this time, the accident appears to have involved only one vehicle, and no foul play is suspected.
Sheriff Joey East issued the following statement:
“Our community is heartbroken by the tragic loss of this young lady. A life filled with promise was taken far too soon, and we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and everyone affected by this devastating accident. During this incredibly difficult time, I ask our community to keep this family in your thoughts and prayers, respect their privacy as they grieve, and remember how quickly life can change. Please continue to look out for one another and make safety a priority every time you get behind the wheel.”
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Chloe Johnson and asks the community to continue to keep Zoe Johnson and her family in their thoughts and prayers.
This investigation remains ongoing. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and appropriate.
