Pedestrian Struck And Killed Friday On Interstate 59 Near McCalla

Tuscaloosa AL

16 April, 2022

11:34 AM

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — State Troopers say a West Blocton man was killed when he was struck by a vehicle while he walking along the side of Interstate 59 on Friday. Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency says the single-vehicle incident occurred around 11:32 a.m., with 40-year-old Lannie D. Hyde identified as the pedestrian killed. ALEA says a 2006 Ford Focus driven by a Hueytown native hit Hyde as he was walking along the shoulder of the road. He was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later, roughly one mile south of McCalla. The deadly incident remains under investigation. Have a news tip or suggestion on how I can improve Tuscaloosa Patch? Maybe you're interested in having your business become one of the latest sponsors for Tuscaloosa Patch? Email all inquiries to me at [email protected]