MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WDNews) — Six people were killed in traffic crashes investigated by Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers during the four-day Labor Day travel period.
According to ALEA, troopers increased patrols on Alabama roadways and waterways from Friday, Sept. 4, through Monday, Sept. 7. The six traffic deaths matched the number recorded during the 2025 Labor Day travel period. Fatal crashes occurred in Baldwin, Cleburne, Colbert, Shelby and Lauderdale counties.
Troopers investigated 322 traffic crashes statewide, which resulted in 107 injuries. ALEA also issued 2,481 traffic citations and 1,369 warnings. Troopers made 34 arrests for driving under the influence.
ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said each number represents someone affected by what happened on Alabama’s roads and waterways.
“Every number in these statistics represents a person, a family or a community impacted by what happened on Alabama’s roadways and waterways this weekend,” Taylor said. “While we are thankful no lives were lost on the water, six families are now facing an unimaginable loss following traffic crashes.”
Taylor urged drivers to continue making safety a priority even though the holiday travel period has ended.
“Slow down, buckle up, put distractions away and never drive impaired. The most important drive is always the one that gets you home safely,” Taylor said.
ALEA reported no fatalities on Alabama waterways during the enforcement period. Marine Patrol troopers investigated three boating incidents that resulted in three injuries. Troopers also conducted 380 vessel inspections, issued 106 citations and 544 warnings, and made two boating under the influence arrests. They provided assistance to 32 boaters.
ALEA Department of Public Safety Director Col. Jonathan Archer said enforcement alone cannot prevent crashes.
“Our Troopers were highly visible throughout the weekend, but enforcement is only one part of preventing crashes and saving lives,” Archer said. “Drivers and boaters ultimately play the most important role. We need everyone to make responsible decisions every time they get behind the wheel or take to the water. The end of the Labor Day enforcement period does not mean the end of ALEA’s safety efforts.”
