Houston County, AL — May 10, 2025, Alan Waller, Marian Waller, and Carrie Stone were killed due to an 18-wheeler accident at 12:15 p.m. on U.S. 84.

According to initial details about the accident, it happened off County Road 95 near the Georgia state line.

Investigators said that 74-year-old Alan David Waller, 71-year-old Marian Diane Waller, and 49-year-old Carrie Christine Stone were in a vehicle going along County Road 95. At U.S. Highway 84, the vehicle and an eastbound 18-wheeler collided.

Due to the collision, Alan Waller, Marian Waller, and Carrie Stone were killed. No other injuries were reported. At this time, additional details about the accident are unavailable.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a deadly crash like this, especially one involving a commercial truck and multiple fatalities, families are often left with more questions than answers. These kinds of accidents require a high level of investigative care to ensure that every potential contributing factor is considered. In my experience, asking a few specific questions early on can help determine whether the investigation is likely to be thorough and accurate.

First, did authorities have the time and resources necessary to properly document the crash scene? Serious crashes involving multiple fatalities and a large commercial vehicle are complex, and they demand careful attention to details like vehicle positions, sight lines, and road conditions. If that wasn’t done correctly, key evidence could already be lost.

Second, has anyone looked into whether a vehicle defect may have contributed to the collision or increased its severity? Mechanical issues—such as brake or steering failure—can lead to devastating outcomes, and problems with seatbelts or airbags may explain the extent of the injuries. These possibilities are often overlooked unless someone requests a formal inspection early in the process.

Finally, was all crash-related electronic data preserved from the vehicles involved? Both passenger vehicles and commercial trucks can store critical data—such as speed, braking, and driver input—in the seconds leading up to a crash. This information, along with dashcam or surveillance footage if available, can help clarify what really happened.

Asking these questions can give authorities an opportunity to clear up any doubts or concerns a family may have, but it can also reveal any possible shortcomings. That can then be an opportunity to seek out independent investigations so the victims' loved ones can make certain they're going to get the full story they deserve.