Michael Ray Johnson Jr. Killed in Pedestrian Accident in Killeen, TX
UPDATE (June 16, 2025): Authorities identified the man killed in the accident as Michael Ray Johnson Jr.
Killeen, TX — March 19, 2025, one person sustained fatal injuries as the result of a car versus pedestrian accident at 8:53 p.m. along Interstate 14.
According to initial details about the accident, it happened near the Willow Springs exit on westbound lanes of the interstate.
Investigators said that a 26-year-old pedestrian was in the area of I-14. In a series of events which aren't clear right now, a car going westbound struck the pedestrian. As a result, the victim was killed.
There were no other reported injuries. Authorities say the driver remained at the scene. No charges or citations are reported right now.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When it comes to pedestrian accidents, things aren't always as simple as people think. Investigations need to include more than just who had the right-of-way (important as that is). Is this a well-lit area? Was there some kind of emergency? Was the victim on the shoulder? Were they near a clearly visible disabled vehicle? Was the driver distracted? Was alcohol a factor in the accident? Likely or not, a victim's loved ones deserve to know all possible factors have been considered. Whether or not authorities are doing that here remains to be seen.
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