URGENT UPDATE: A deadly crash on AL 24 in Decatur, Alabama has left one person dead and three others injured this afternoon. Authorities report that a two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of AL 24 and Woodall Rd. SW around 2:30 PM.
Emergency services, including Decatur Police, Decatur Fire, and Decatur Morgan EMS, swiftly responded to the scene. Tragically, a passenger in one of the vehicles was transported to Decatur Morgan Hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. Her identity has not yet been released.
The driver of the car and two occupants from the pick-up truck involved were also taken to Decatur Morgan Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Decatur Police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding traffic safety on AL 24 and serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of road conditions. As investigations continue, officials urge drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution while on the road.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
