BIRMINGHAM — A tragic two-vehicle collision on Sunday afternoon claimed the lives of three people, including a 6-year-old child. The incident occurred shortly before 5 p.m. on Arkadelphia Road near 8th Terrace West. Authorities from the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed the victims’ identities and provided additional details about the crash.
The crash involved a Ford Crown Victoria and a Chevrolet Traverse. The victims, all occupants of the Crown Victoria, were identified as 36-year-old Karen Renee King, 36-year-old Earl Lee Evans III, and 6-year-old Caiden Evans. The impact of the collision was fatal for all three, and they were pronounced dead at the scene due to the severe injuries they sustained.
Emergency responders arrived on the scene at approximately 4:53 p.m., finding the Crown Victoria severely damaged. Paramedics and police immediately began working to manage the situation. The victims were traveling together in the Ford at the time of the crash.
The Birmingham Police Department has opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. While authorities have not released specific details about the cause of the crash or the condition of the driver and passengers in the Chevrolet Traverse, investigators are looking into potential factors such as speed, road conditions, and impairment.
At this time, the investigation has not provided information on whether the victims were wearing seat belts or if other safety measures played a role in the outcome. There is also no update on whether the occupants of the Chevrolet Traverse sustained injuries. The crash has deeply impacted the local community, especially with the loss of a young child. The loss of Caiden Evans has struck a particular chord, as tragic accidents involving children often carry an added weight of sorrow. Friends, family, and neighbors are mourning the untimely deaths of the victims.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant information to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. In the meantime, traffic in the area was disrupted as investigators worked the scene, and drivers were advised to avoid the area for their safety.
As the investigation continues, the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office will assist in providing further details regarding the cause and manner of death. The families of the victims are left to grieve, and the community is expected to rally around them in the days to come. The investigation remains active, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.