Tragic Accident Claims Life of Pedestrian on West Alabama Highway

Eddie J. Winters, 59, of Prichard, tragically lost his life after being struck by a vehicle while walking on Highway 11 in Greene County, Alabama. Investigation ongoing.

Tragic Accident Claims Life of Pedestrian on West Alabama Highway

A fatal accident occurred early Monday morning in West Alabama, resulting in the death of a pedestrian on Highway 11. The incident took place around 4:20 a.m. when 59-year-old Eddie J. Winters of Prichard was struck by a vehicle while walking along the highway in Greene County, approximately two miles north of Eutaw.

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Cpl. Reginal King confirmed that Winters was pronounced dead at the scene following the collision with a 2016 Toyota Avalon. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain under investigation as state troopers work to uncover additional details.

Further updates on the incident are pending as authorities continue their investigation into this tragic event.