Page 7 The Trussville Tribune Roadwork in St. Clair County Winston County crash claims the on I-59 from Etowah County Line life of a north Alabama man From The Trussville a Double Springs man. The crash occurred on Alto St. Clair Springs exit Tribune staff reports Billy Ray Cagle, 71, was abama Highway 195 at the
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From The Trussville Tribune staff reports ST. CLAIR COUNTY – ALDOT reported that starting at 8 a.m. on Monday , Jan. 21, weather permitting, the Alabama Department of Transportation will close either the right or left lane of I-59 Southbound and Northbound at various locations for clearing and grassing operations between the Etowah County line (Mile-
post 175) and the St. Clair Springs exit (Milepost 156). All travel lanes are expect-
ed to re-open at approximately 5 p.m. on Monday. These same lane closures will be in place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday. Motorists are requested to consider using alternate routes, adjust arrival/departure times, observe work zone speed limits and other work zone signs, and use extreme caution in this area.
Social media threat puts all Walker County Schools on lockdown, 2 juvenile suspects detained From The Trussville Tribune staff reports WALKER COUNTY — All city and county schools in Walker County were placed on a precautionary lockdown on Thursday, according to the Walker County Sheriff’s Department.
Officials reported that the precaution was due to a threat on social media concerning a possible shooter. During the incident, the sheriff’s department and local law enforcement were present in all schools. At around 3:30 p.m., the Walker County Sheriff’s De-
partment gave an update indicating that lockdown would be lifted, that two juvenile suspects had been detained and that the threat seemed to be contained. This is an ongoing story, updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Help needed locating missing 27-year-old Hoover woman From The Trussville Tribune staff reports HOOVER — The Hoover Police Department is asking for help in locating Chelsea Diane Dobbs. She was last seen in Hoover on Jan. 2 when she left her place of employment at Riverchase Office Park. At the time of her disappearance, Dobbs was living at a rehab facility in Hayden, Hoover Police said via social media. She is originally from
the Mobile area. Dobbs is 27 years old, with brown hair, brown eyes, 5 feet 5 inches tall and approximately 130 lbs. “Foul play is not suspected at this time, but we are concerned about her safety and well-being,” police said. If anyone has seen Dobbs or knows her whereabouts, please contact Detective Brad Fountain at 205-444-7562 or Hoover Police at 205-8225300.
HOOVER — An investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting early Saturday morning in Hoover. Shortly after 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, the Hoover 911 Center
received a call reporting a hostile male armed with a gun inside an apartment at Wood Gardens. Officers responded and during the incident, one subject was shot in his hand. He was transported to UAB Hospital where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injury.
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said Ivey, “protecting the people of Mobile. This senseless tragedy has sadly taken the life of yet another Mobile police officer, far too soon, and stands as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who wear the badge.” Per Ivey’s instruction flags will remain at halfstaff until Sunday at sundown.
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killed when the 1989 Chevrolet pickup he was driving collided with a 2018 Western Star Truck. Cagle was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Western Star Truck was not injured.
29.2 mile marker, approximately five miles north of Double Springs. No further information is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.
Fatality on I-59 after pedestrian struck by a tractor trailer in Etowah County From The Trussville Tribune staff reports ETOWAH COUNTY — A man is dead after being struck by a vehicle in Etowah County on Tuesday.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Marius M. Hillus, a 28-years-old man from Fayetteville, Ga., was struck and killed by a 1994 Peterbilt tractor trailer while
walking on I-59 at around 3:15 a.m. The driver of the tractor trailer was not injured. Alabama State Troopers are continuing to investigate this incident.
Homicide investigation underway after dead man was discovered behind an East Lake home From The Trussville Tribune staff reports BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham police reported that the discovery of a dead body behind an East Lake home prompted a homicide
investigation in Birmingham. The man was found on Thursday, shortly after 1 p.m., behind a residence located at 7327 Second Ave. S., according to Sgt. Johnny Williams.
The victim has not been identified, but is an adult male. Anyone with information is asked to call Birmingham homicide investigators at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
Traffic accident in Blount County claims life of Oneonta man From The Trussville Tribune staff reports BLOUNT COUNTY — A single-vehicle crash in Blount County claimed the life of an Oneonta man on Friday just after 11:30 a.m., according to
the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. According to law enforcement, Lawrence Layne Woods, 59, was killed when the 2014 Nissan Rogue he was driving left the roadway on Blount County 29 and struck a tree.
Woods, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred four miles east of Oneonta. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate, officials said.
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Officer-involved shooting under investigation in Hoover From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
WINSTON COUNTY –According to the Alabama State Troopers Office, a two-vehicle crash at 8:55 a.m. on Thursday in Winston County has claimed the life of
Jefferson County District Attorney Danny Carr has requested that the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency handle the investigation into the incident. Hoover Police are also conducting an internal investigation. Any further information will be released by ALEA.
Ron Mason, director of operations for HNI, LLC, which operates 41 Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. locations, told the Anniston Star that the company closed underperforming units as part of a restructuring plan in the Birmingham area market. Mason told the Star that all of the employees at the closed restaurants would be paid on their regular pay day and be offered jobs at other locations within the restaurant chain. He said the company is actively looking for sites for new Hard-
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tall and weighing 125 pounds. She has blond hair and blue eyes. Her last known address is at the 6000 block of Jasmine Court in Moody. If you recognize this suspect or know anything about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama at 205-254-7777. You will remain anonymous and the information you provide
to Crime Stoppers leading to the charge and arrest of an identified suspect could result in a cash reward.
ee’s locations. The Hardee’s restaurants in Trussville and Clay, as well as the location on Parkway East, remain open in the immediate area. The Trussville location recently made news when the restaurant received a health rating of 75 on a recent inspection by the Jefferson County Department of Health. On social media, many Pinson diners expressed disappointment in the closing while others commented on experiences of poor service. In Pinson, the closing
marked the loss of a second food choice for diners after Daylight Donuts also announced on Jan. 10 that the Pinson location was closing. “Important announcement: We want to notify our customers that unfortunately, Saturday will be our last day at this location,” was posted on the Facebook page for Daylight Donuts — Pinson. “As of now, we are regrouping and making the business strictly mobile. We will update when plans are established. Thank you to all who have supported us.”
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eyes. His last known address is at the 400 block of Jade Hill Drive in Pell City. If you recognize this suspect or know anything about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama at 205-254-7777. You will remain anonymous and the information you provide to Crime Stoppers leading to the charge and arrest of an
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identified suspect could result in a cash reward.