PELHAM, Shelby County, Ala., Nov. 2, 2026 — A 31-year-old passenger died on Sunday, November 1, after the vehicle he was riding in left Alabama 119 about one mile north of Pelham, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Two others in the vehicle were taken to a hospital with injuries.
The agency identified the man killed as Zachary A. Fogle, of Calera. Officials said the vehicle left the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned. Fogle was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver and another passenger were hurt and taken to UAB Hospital for treatment, authorities said. The extent of their injuries has not been released.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said the crash remains under investigation. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased, and we wish those injured a full recovery.
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