Pedestrian Killed in Tuscaloosa Collision

Police investigating fatal accident on Old Montgomery Highway

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:50pm

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A 29-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a Ford F350 truck while walking on Old Montgomery Highway in Tuscaloosa on Friday afternoon. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police investigation.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in Tuscaloosa, with the city working to improve infrastructure and driver awareness to reduce accidents. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to protect vulnerable road users.

The details

According to Tuscaloosa Police spokeswoman Stephanie Taylor, the pedestrian was walking in the 5400 block of Old Montgomery Highway when he was struck by the southbound Ford F350 truck. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene around 12:45 p.m., approximately 45 minutes after the accident occurred.

  • The incident happened on Friday, April 3, 2026 around 12 p.m.
  • The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene around 12:45 p.m.

The players

Tuscaloosa Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal accident.

Stephanie Taylor

A spokeswoman for the Tuscaloosa Police Department.

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What they’re saying

“The pedestrian, a 29-year-old man, was fatally injured and pronounced dead at about 12:45 p.m., roughly 45 minutes after the accident.”

— Stephanie Taylor, Tuscaloosa Police spokeswoman

What’s next

The Tuscaloosa Police Department's Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision. No further details have been released at this time.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of continued efforts to improve pedestrian safety in Tuscaloosa, including infrastructure upgrades and driver education campaigns to protect vulnerable road users.