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5 days ago
- Health
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ALEA sees 50% reduction in traffic-related deaths over 2025 Memorial Day holiday weekend: Report
ALABAMA (WHNT) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said there were fewer lives lost during the 2025 Memorial Day Holiday Weekend than in 2024. ALEA sent out a news release Wednesday announcing a decrease in traffic and marine-related deaths for the 2025 Memorial Day holiday weekend. From Friday, May 23 to Monday, May 26, ALEA Troopers investigated three traffic-related deaths, a 50% reduction from 6 traffic-related deaths in 2024. Marshall County EMA asking drivers to 'turn around, don't drown' on flooded county roads In addition to this, ALEA said there were zero boating deaths on Alabama's waterways, an improvement from one recorded during the 2024 holiday weekend. The fatal traffic crashes occurred in Pike, Morgan and Bibb counties, ALEA said. While the agency said it stresses that even one loss of life is one too many, the decline in fatalities on both the roadways and waterways is a positive milestone.'This year's numbers reflect progress, but we are reminded that each statistic represents a lifelost and families forever changed,' ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said. 'Our goal is always zerofatalities, and we remain committed to enforcing traffic and boating laws, while educating thepublic on safe practices throughout the summer months.' The Memorial Day weekend also marked the official launch of ALEA's annual '101 Days ofSummer Safety' campaign, which runs through Labor Day. The agency said this campaign focuses on reducing crashes, fatalities, and injuries through increased enforcement and public outreach during the summer travel season. LOOKING FOR THE EXTENDED FORECAST? Click here to learn how to download the Live Alert 19 app 'Our Troopers in both Highway Patrol and Marine Patrol will be out in full force acrossAlabama to ensure everyone gets to their destinations and return home safely,' Secretary Tayloradded. 'We urge all motorists and boaters to do their part by staying alert, obeying laws, andnever operating a vehicle or vessel under the influence.' ALEA said there were increased patrols, driver license checkpoints, and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing fatalities and injuries over the weekend. Here are some data points provided by the agency about the weekend: 726 vessel stops 1,084 Marine Safety Warnings issued 12 Boating Under the Influence (BUI) arrests 104 warnings issued for Non-Residents Operating Without a License/Certification 104 warnings for Proximity Law Violations 5 Warnings for Wake Sport Violations 316 traffic crashes investigated 224 seat belt citations issued 1,899 citations issued for speeding 29 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests 'Despite these efforts, the Agency remains committed to enhancing its strategies and working with the community to promote safer driving and boating practices,' ALEA said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
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Family of Troy man killed in hit-and-run searching for answers
TROY, Ala. (WDHN) — Family members of Wiley Noble Morse, an avid walker, are searching for answers after they found out he was killed in a hit-and-run over the weekend. 'Shocked and devastated is what I can say because the mother was just with him hours previously before that, and she just broke down crying when we told her, and for the whole family, it's just a sense of loss,' said Jason Buchanan, the victim's brother-in-law. Morse, along with his dog known as 'Punk Munk' was walking to his friend's house along Highway 231 near Troy Sunday night, and then tragedy struck when troopers say a car that failed to stop hit Morse, yet the driver kept going. 'If the guy had stopped, the other guy probably wouldn't have hit him,' Buchanan said. Moments later, he was hit again by a different car driven by a 25-year-old from Pansey in Houston County. The family says they have yet to hear anything from law enforcement about the first vehicle description or identity of the driver. 'We just want justice if what happened was true, and he did get hit, and the guy did leave,' He said. 'We just want justice because how can someone do something and then just leave an injured person sitting there, it's just sad and I hope the person is found.' Buchanan said his brother-in-law walked everywhere. He was a kind person who didn't have much, as he faced life struggles. However, he said you wouldn't have ever known. 'He was fun, he would make you laugh, he talked so fast and sounded like Boomhauer off King of the Hill, he talked that fast and you can hardly understand him,' His brother-in-law said laughing. 'If you were in trouble, he would give you the shirt off his back.' The family has just started a GoFundMe page to help with funeral expenses since he did not have insurance. 'With the generosity of the public, if we could go ahead and fill in that last gap to give him a proper burial, that way the family will have closure, and we can work on the next chapter of life,' He added. If you have any information about the hit-and-run, you are asked to contact ALEA, at (334) 983-4587. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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Troy pedestrian killed after being hit by two vehicles on Highway 231
TROY, Ala. (WDHN) — A Troy man is dead after being hit by two different vehicles Sunday night. Troopers with ALEA say that 47-year-old Wiley Morse was killed when he was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop. That driver then left the scene of the incident. ALEA says Morse was then hit by another car, a 2020 Nissan Altima, driven by a 25-year-old from Pansey. Morse was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash happened on Highway 231 near the 173 mile marker, three miles south of Troy. The driver and type of vehicle that first struck Morse are still unknown at this time. ALEA asks that anyone who has information on the incident to contact them at 334-983-4587. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
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Huntsville man dies in Morgan County wreck
May 24—A Huntsville man died in Morgan County on Saturday morning in a single-vehicle wreck, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Jeremy S. Lumpkin, 39, was fatally injured when the 2009 Lexus RX SUV he was driving left the roadway, overturned and struck a tree. Lumpkin, who was not using a seat belt, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene, ALEA said. The crash occurred at 10:55 a.m. on Alabama 67 near Ryan Loop Road, about 3 miles north of Hulaco. — eric@ or 256-340-2435
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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Huntsville man dies in Morgan County wreck
May 24—A Huntsville man died in Morgan County on Saturday morning in a single-vehicle wreck, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Jeremy S. Lumpkin, 39, was fatally injured when the 2009 Lexus RX SUV he was driving left the roadway, overturned and struck a tree. Lumpkin, who was not using a seat belt, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene, ALEA said. The crash occurred at 10:55 a.m. on Alabama 67 near Ryan Loop Road, about 3 miles north of Hulaco. — eric@ or 256-340-2435
