A Tuscola man is dead after a crash involving farm equipment near Dalton City Thursday night.

According to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office, it happened around 7 o’clock on 85th Street near Gosnell Road. Investigators say a tractor pulling an anhydrous tank was heading south when the applicator arm extended into the opposite lane.

A northbound vehicle, driven by 51-year-old Thomas Dueker of Tuscola, collided with the equipment. Dueker, who owned Taylorville’s Jimmy John’s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Deputies say the anhydrous tanks were not compromised, and there were no hazardous conditions reported.

The tractor driver was cited for improper lane usage, and additional charges could be filed pending review by the Macon County State’s Attorney’s Office.  Jimmy John's in Taylorville is currently closed.