UPDATE: A tragic car accident in Decatur, Alabama, has left one person dead and three others injured this afternoon. The incident occurred around Monday afternoon at the intersection of AL 24 and Woodall Rd. SW, involving a collision between a car and a pickup truck.
Emergency dispatch received the call shortly after the crash, prompting a swift response from Decatur Police, Decatur Fire, and Decatur Morgan EMS. First responders arrived on the scene to find multiple casualties, including a passenger in the car who was later transported to Decatur Morgan Hospital. Tragically, she succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival. Her identity has not yet been released.
The driver of the car and two occupants of the pickup truck were also taken to Decatur Morgan Hospital, but their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.
Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the wreck. It remains unclear what caused the collision, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
This incident not only highlights the ongoing dangers of road travel but also serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life. As the investigation unfolds, those in the community are left to process the loss and support one another during this difficult time.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
