Grandfather of Auburn quarterback Jeremy Johnson killed in Lowndes County crash

 
 
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A Montgomery man was killed Wednesday morning when his pickup truck left a roadway in Lowndes County and struck a tree.

Ojedita Johnson, 65, who wasn't wearing a seat belt, was pronounced dead at Baptist Medical Center South, according to Alabama state troopers.

Johnson is the grandfather of Auburn University quarterback Jeremy Johnson, the athlete's father confirmed.

The crash occurred at around 9:30 a.m. on Alabama 21, one mile north of Hayneville. Johnson was driving a 2008 Ford Ranger.

Troopers continue to investigate.

AL.com reporter James Crepea contributed to this report.