Lorenzo Cherry Jr. Obituary, Death: Tuscaloosa man dies in weekend car crash
Lorenzo Cherry Jr. Obituary, Death – A tragic two-vehicle crash early Sunday morning, July 6, claimed the life of a Tuscaloosa man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). The incident occurred on Interstate 59 near the 40-mile marker, roughly one mile north of Eutaw in Greene County.
Authorities identified the victim as 34-year-old Lorenzo Cherry Jr., who was driving a 2020 Honda Accord at the time of the accident. According to ALEA’s preliminary findings, the crash happened around 3:30 a.m. when Cherry’s vehicle struck the rear of a 2024 Ford F-350 pickup truck. The truck was being driven by 59-year-old Ray A. Colvin of another unidentified location.
Following the collision, both vehicles caught fire. The flames quickly engulfed the scene, making the situation even more dangerous. Emergency responders arrived shortly afterward, but despite their efforts, Cherry was pronounced dead at the scene. Colvin, the driver of the Ford truck, survived the crash but sustained injuries. He was transported to Northport Medical Center for treatment. The severity of his injuries has not been made public.
Details surrounding what led to the collision are still unclear. ALEA has not released information on whether speed, distraction, or other factors may have contributed to the crash. Weather and road conditions at the time have also not been specified. The cause remains under investigation by ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division.
As of now, officials have not stated whether alcohol or drugs were involved or whether charges are being considered. Investigators are expected to review physical evidence, witness accounts, and vehicle data to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the impact.
The deadly crash has left the Tuscaloosa community in mourning as family, friends, and neighbors come to terms with the sudden loss of Cherry. Known to many in the area, his death marks yet another life lost on Alabama’s highways—part of an ongoing concern for traffic safety and accident prevention across the state.
This incident also highlights the dangers of late-night driving, when visibility tends to be lower and fatigue may affect drivers’ judgment and reaction times. Motorists are being reminded to stay alert, maintain safe distances, and follow speed regulations to reduce the risk of accidents.
As the investigation moves forward, ALEA is urging anyone with additional information about the crash to come forward to assist in piecing together what happened. Updates may be provided once investigators complete their report or new findings emerge.
In the meantime, thoughts remain with the family of Lorenzo Cherry Jr. as they grieve his untimely passing, and with Ray Colvin as he recovers from his injuries. The incident serves as a somber reminder of how quickly tragedy can unfold on the road and the importance of continued efforts to improve traffic safety for all drivers.
