EVERGREEN, Ala. (WDNews) — An 18-year-old Alabama high school student was killed after being struck by an 18-wheeler on Interstate 65 in Conecuh County.
According to information released by WAAO, the crash happened at about 9:29 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, near the 100-mile marker on I-65.
Ke’maurion Porter, 18, of Evergreen, was involved in a crash with another vehicle. According to the release, Porter was attempting to cross the interstate on foot when he was struck by an 18-wheeler.
Porter was taken to Evergreen Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Porter was a student at Hillcrest High School in Evergreen. The school is part of the Conecuh County School System.
Following his death, Conecuh County Schools announced Hillcrest High School would be closed Monday, Sept. 14.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking loss of one of our Hillcrest High School students,” the school system said.
“Out of respect for the family and in recognition of the tremendous impact this loss has had on our students, faculty, staff, and school community, Hillcrest High School will be closed Monday, September 14, 2026.”
The school system also asked the community to support Porter’s family and the Hillcrest community.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the student’s family, friends, classmates, teachers, and everyone affected by this devastating loss. We ask our community to surround this family and our Hillcrest High School family with love, compassion, and support during this incredibly difficult time.”
“Please continue to respect the privacy of the family as they grieve.”
The crash remains under investigation by the Conecuh County Coroner’s Office and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
