NASCAR Driver Jimmie Johnson’s In-Laws, Including 11-Year-Old Nephew, Found Dead After Alleged Murder-Suicide |
Jimmie Johnson, a renowned NASCAR driver, will not be participating in the upcoming Cup Series street race in Chicago due to a tragic incident involving his wife’s family. Johnson’s in-laws, Jack Janway (69) and Terry Janway (68), as well as their grandson Dalton Janway (11), were found dead in their Muskogee, Oklahoma home. Muskogee police spokesperson Lynn Hamlin revealed that Terry Janway is believed to have shot and killed her husband and grandson before taking her own life. The authorities were alerted to the incident when a woman called 911 to report a gun-related disturbance before abruptly ending the call.
Upon arriving at the scene, the police discovered one individual near the front door and subsequently heard a gunshot originating from inside the residence. Two more deceased individuals were found inside, confirmed to be the parents and nephew of Jimmie Johnson’s wife, Chandra Janway. The exact motive behind this tragic event remains unknown.
Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time Cup Series champion, is currently racing on a part-time basis this year as a co-owner of Legacy Motor Club, driving the No. 84 Carvana Chevrolet. Legacy Motor Club issued a tweet on behalf of the Johnson family, requesting privacy and stating that no further statements would be made. NASCAR expressed its condolences and support to Chandra, Jimmie, and the entire Johnson and Janway families during this difficult time.
Note: The information provided in this summary is based on the article from ESPN News Services, with contributions from The Associated Press.
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