Alabama state troopers investigate 6 fatal traffic accidents, 1 drowning during Labor Day weekend

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WIAT ) — Seven deaths, six of which were from traffic accidents, were reported during the Labor Day weekend across Alabama.

Between Friday and Monday, state troopers investigated six traffic fatalities within Cleburne, Chilton and Mobile counties, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. No traffic deaths were reported Saturday.

In total, troopers investigated 185 crashes that resulted in 101 injuries, 29 DUI arrests, as well as issued 227 citations for seat belts, 1,688 citations for speeding and 15 citations for reckless driving.

On Sunday, troopers investigated a drowning on Wheeler Lake. No boat-related deaths were reported on any of the state’s rivers or lakes, but a boat accident with two injuries was reported on Lake Tuscaloosa.

On the water, troopers took part in 366 vessel inspections, arrested six people on boating under the influence charges, as well as issued 469 marine safety warning and 105 marine safety citations.

“While we are encouraged by the decrease in fatalities, there is still much work to be done,” ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said in a statement. “These tragic incidents underline the importance of road safety, as well boating safety, and the ongoing need for vigilance and adherence to the state’s laws throughout the entire year.”

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