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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.
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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.
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'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.
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