JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. — Authorities are investigating a multi-vehicle collision in Jefferson County that resulted in the death of a pedestrian from Texas late Tuesday night, November, According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the victim has been identified as 29-year-old Donnene Walker of Houston, Texas.
Investigators report that the crash involved four vehicles along Interstate 65 near the 278-mile marker.
The incident began when a Ford Edge, originally driven by Walker, became disabled in the roadway following an earlier collision.
Walker exited the vehicle and was standing nearby when a Nissan Rogue collided with the stationary Ford Edge.
The impact caused the Edge to strike Walker, resulting in critical injuries.
Before striking the Ford Edge, the Nissan Rogue also collided with a Chevrolet Silverado.
The drivers of both the Rogue and the Silverado sustained injuries and were transported to UAB Hospital for medical treatment.
Following the chain reaction, debris scattered across the roadway was struck by a fourth vehicle being driven by an 18-year-old driver.
No injuries were reported from that vehicle.
Walker was transported from the scene to UAB Hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. No further fatalities have been reported.
Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Highway Patrol Division remain actively engaged in reconstructing the events leading to the crash.
The roadway was temporarily restricted as first responders worked to assess injuries, clear debris, and document evidence.
No additional details regarding contributing factors, such as weather, speed, or impairment, have been released.
Anyone with information or additional witness accounts is encouraged to contact ALEA as the investigation continues.
Further updates will be provided as they become available.
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