Executive Summary
- Troy Johnson, 30, was arrested by U.S. Marshals in connection with a fatal road rage incident.
- Authorities allege Johnson intentionally struck Rigoberto Hernandez, 29, with an Amazon delivery truck.
- The arrest occurred at a family member’s home in Philadelphia without incident.
- The suspect has been transferred to Lehigh County for processing as the investigation continues.
PHILADELPHIA — The U.S. Marshals Service announced the arrest of a 30-year-old Amazon delivery driver last week in connection with a fatal road rage incident in Philadelphia that resulted in the death of a pedestrian. According to federal authorities, the suspect, identified as Troy Johnson, was taken into custody by the Marshals Fugitive Task Force following an investigation into the homicide.
Law enforcement officials state that Johnson is accused of intentionally striking 29-year-old Rigoberto Hernandez with his delivery truck. Investigators allege the collision occurred following a verbal altercation between the two men. Hernandez sustained critical injuries during the incident and was transported to a local hospital, where he was subsequently pronounced dead.
The arrest was executed by members of the Marshals Fugitive Task Force based in Philadelphia, working in conjunction with local homicide detectives. Authorities reported that Johnson was located at a residence belonging to family members and was taken into custody without incident. Following his arrest, he was transferred to Lehigh County for processing.
In a statement regarding the apprehension, Robert Clark, Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal for the Eastern Pennsylvania Violent Crime Fugitive Task Force, addressed the impact on the victim’s survivors. “While nothing can undo the harm that was done to the Hernandez family, I hope this arrest brings a measure of closure to the family,” Clark stated.
Investigative Outlook
The involvement of the U.S. Marshals Service in this case underscores the critical role of federal task forces in assisting local jurisdictions with the apprehension of homicide suspects. As the investigation transitions to the judicial phase, prosecutors will likely rely on forensic evidence from the delivery vehicle and witness testimony to substantiate the allegations of intent. It is important to note that Troy Johnson is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
