Bradley J. Goggins dies in fatal Chilton County car crash Bradley J. Goggins, a 39-year-old resident of Calera, Alabama, tragically lost his life in a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Saturday afternoon in Chilton County. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the fatal collision happened along U.S. Highway 31, just south of the city of Clanton.
The accident involved a passenger vehicle and another motorist traveling in the opposite direction. Preliminary reports indicate that one of the vehicles may have crossed the center line, resulting in a devastating head-on collision. Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene and pronounced Goggins dead from injuries sustained in the impact.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the condition of the second driver or whether other passengers were involved.Bradley Goggins was known to many in the Calera area as a dedicated family man and a hardworking individual. News of his sudden and tragic passing has deeply affected his friends, loved ones, and the broader community.
Tributes have poured in on social media, with many remembering Goggins for his kind spirit, sense of humor, and willingness to help others.The crash remains under investigation by ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division. Investigators are working to determine the precise cause of the incident, including whether speed, impairment, or other factors played a role.
As the community mourns the loss of a beloved local resident, authorities continue to urge drivers to exercise caution and remain vigilant, particularly along busy rural highways such as U.S. 31, where fatal crashes have occurred in the past.Funeral arrangements for Bradley J. Goggins are expected to be announced in the coming days. His family has requested privacy during this time of profound grief.
