A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred this afternoon, resulting in one death, according to Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum. Initial reports had suggested the victim was a pedestrian, but it was later clarified that the individual was ejected from one of the vehicles.
The incident took place on U.S. 231 near Enterprise Road, where snow had accumulated on the roadway. Preliminary reports indicate that one of the vehicles hydroplaned, leading to the victim being thrown from the car.
The victim was later identified as 27-year-old Maia M. Sterns of Madison, Alabama, according to Dale County Coroner John Cawley.
Sheriff Bynum directed further inquiries to the Ozark Police Department, who are currently handling the investigation.
