On Thursday, April 28th 2022 at 3:35 pm, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to the eastbound lanes of Interstate 24, near the 13.5 mile marker, for a multi-vehicle collision with injuries. The investigation revealed the initial collision between a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and a 1999 Freightliner occurred in the eastbound lanes. A 2011 Toyota Camry and 2014 International were involved in separate collision events as a result of the initial event.
The passenger in the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, identified as Tammy King, 51 years old of Salem, Missouri sustained major injuries and was flown to an out of state hospital for treatment. Tammy King died as a result of her injuries the next morning. The operator of the vehicle, identified as Jared King, 44 years old of Salem, Missouri was taken to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Patrol staff and detectives have been actively investigating this collision for the last week. After conducting numerous interviews and traveling out of state to collect evidence, it has been determined that this collision was an intentional act on the part of Jared King. More specifically, Jared King intentionally drove into and across the eastbound lanes of Interstate 24, directly in the path of an oncoming semi-tractor trailer.
Jared King was released from the hospital this afternoon and has been arrested and lodged at McCracken County Regional Jail on the below listed charges:
Murder
Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree (5 Counts)
Criminal Mischief 1st Degree (2 Counts)
Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree (2 Counts)
Operating on a Suspended / Revoked License
Failure to Yield Right of Way
Disregarding Traffic Control Device
This is an ongoing criminal investigation and no other details will be released at this time. We here at the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office ask that you keep the family of Tammy King in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
