Pine Apple man killed in Wilcox crash

SELMA POST – A single-vehicle crash at 5:25 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, claimed the life of a Pine Apple man. Wilson Ross Jr., 61, was killed when the 1999 Dodge Durango he was driving left the roadway and struck several trees. Ross, who was not using a seat belt, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred on Alabama 21 near the 83 mile marker, approximately two miles south of Snow Hill. Although circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation, alcohol is believed to be a factor. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.