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Pelham Today
By the People, for the People
Deadly Two-Car Crash in Greene County
Georgia woman killed, two drivers injured in highway accident
Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:24pm
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The aftermath of a deadly highway crash exposes the grim realities of reckless driving and the need for improved road safety.Pelham TodayA major two-car crash on Interstate 20/59 in Greene County, Alabama on Monday afternoon has resulted in the death of a Georgia woman. According to state troopers, the crash occurred when the driver of a Hyundai Venue left the roadway, struck a cable barrier, and overturned, before being hit by a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. The Hyundai passenger, Shelia A. Powell of Sandy Springs, Georgia, was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle, dying at the scene. Both drivers were injured and transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Why it matters
Highway crashes involving multiple vehicles and fatalities are always tragic events that raise concerns about road safety, driver behavior, and the need for continued improvements in vehicle safety technology and infrastructure. This incident highlights the importance of seatbelt usage and the risks posed by distracted or reckless driving on major interstates.
The details
According to Sergeant Reginal King of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the crash occurred around 3:30 pm on Monday when the driver of a 2022 Hyundai Venue left the roadway, struck a cable barrier, and overturned. The Hyundai was then struck by a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 pickup truck. Shelia A. Powell, a passenger in the Hyundai, was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The drivers of both vehicles were injured and transported to DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa for treatment.
- The crash occurred around 3:30 pm on Monday, April 3, 2026.
The players
Shelia A. Powell
A passenger in the Hyundai Venue who was killed in the crash after being ejected from the vehicle.
Sergeant Reginal King
A spokesperson for the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency State Troopers in West Alabama who provided details about the crash.
The driver of the Hyundai Venue
An Atlanta man who left the roadway, struck a cable barrier, and caused the Hyundai to overturn before being hit by the Chevrolet Silverado.
The driver of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500
A 22-year-old man from Pelham, Alabama who struck the overturned Hyundai Venue.
What they’re saying
“Highway crashes involving multiple vehicles and fatalities are always tragic events that raise concerns about road safety, driver behavior, and the need for continued improvements in vehicle safety technology and infrastructure.”
— Sergeant Reginal King, Spokesperson, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency State Troopers
What’s next
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and determine if any charges will be filed against the drivers involved.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices, such as wearing seatbelts, avoiding distractions, and obeying traffic laws, in order to prevent devastating crashes on our highways. It also highlights the need for ongoing efforts to improve road infrastructure and vehicle safety features to protect all travelers.
