Fatal Columbia County Crash Claims Life of Adrienne Long, 38

Details of the Crash Involving Adrienne Long

According to an official report from the Arkansas State Police, 38-year-old Adrienne Long of Magnolia was killed in a three-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

The collision took place on U.S. Highway 79 in Columbia County under clear skies and dry road conditions. Vehicle 1, a 2015 Chevrolet driven by Ronnie Dyer, 50, of Newport, was traveling northbound when it crossed the center turning lane and struck Vehicle 2, a 2015 Nissan heading southbound. Long was driving the Nissan.

A third vehicle, a 2017 Mazda also traveling southbound, was hit by debris from the initial impact. Tragically, Adrienne Long was killed, and Dyer was transported to Oschner LSU in Shreveport for injuries sustained in the crash. The Arkansas State Police are continuing the investigation, which is being led by Trooper Trey M. Williams (#608).

Long's body was taken to Reed Funeral Home.

What Families Should Know After a Fatal Wrong-Way or Crossover Collision

Cross-center-line crashes often occur with little or no warning—and can have devastating consequences. Whether caused by distraction, impairment, or a medical emergency, these types of collisions often raise questions about driver negligence and liability.

In Arkansas, the surviving family of a deceased victim can pursue a wrongful death claim under Arkansas Code § 16-62-102. However, this legal path can be difficult to navigate while grieving.

What a Wrongful Death Claim May Accomplish

With legal representation, families may be able to:

• Recover funeral and burial costs

• Seek compensation for loss of companionship or financial support

• Hold the at-fault driver accountable

• Secure answers and closure
  

Don’t Delay Important Legal Steps

In serious accidents, crucial evidence can disappear quickly. Our firm often helps families by:

• Requesting black box data or dashcam footage

• Preserving witness statements

• Reviewing toxicology reports

• Coordinating probate steps to initiate legal action
  

Why Families Trust Ludwig Law

At Ludwig Law Firm, we’ve guided Arkansas families through tragic losses for more than four decades. We understand how heavy the legal burden can feel in the aftermath of a fatal crash—and we are here to make that path clearer and more bearable.

Our hearts go out to Adrienne Long’s family and the entire Magnolia community during this difficult time.

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