Crime & Safety

Fatal Crash Under Investigation In Vestavia

A crash Thursday in Vestavia Hills resulted in a fatality. Vestavia Hills police are investigating.

The lights at the Sibyl Temple in Vestavia Hills burned blue this weekend to signify a fatal car accident Thursday.
The lights at the Sibyl Temple in Vestavia Hills burned blue this weekend to signify a fatal car accident Thursday. (Vestavia Hills PD)

VESTAVIA HILLS, AL — A fatal one-vehicle accident in Vestavia Hills Thursday is under investigation by police. The incident occurred in the 100 Block of Montgomery Highway just after 9:30 p.m.

Vestavia police said the victim was driving an SUV southbound on Montgomery Highway when it left the roadway and struck a concrete pillar. The vehicle then caught fire.

Police said the victim was pronounced dead on the scene.

Find out what's happening in Vestavia Hillsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Vestavia Hills