Multiple Alabama news outlets are reporting a deadly Labor Day weekend on the state’s roadways. WTVA reported six people were killed in crashes over the holiday, and WTOK described the toll as six dead with dozens injured. WVTM says authorities are investigating several separate fatal traffic crashes that occurred during the holiday period.
At the same time, the Tuscaloosa Thread reported that the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) told the outlet there were zero traffic deaths in West Alabama over the holiday.
This developing picture — with statewide reports of multiple fatal collisions alongside regional differences noted by ALEA — has prompted ongoing investigations by law enforcement, according to the coverage. If you’re traveling, take extra care: slow down, avoid distractions, and give emergency crews room to work.
Sources: WTVA, WVTM, WTOK, Tuscaloosa Thread.