Woman killed after striking utility pole while driving on Auburn street
A woman is dead after being in a single vehicle accident Saturday afternoon in Auburn.
First responders with Auburn Police and Fire responded to a vehicle driven by a single occupant that struck a utility pole on East Samford Avenue at Oak Street at approximately 4:50 pm on November 26, 2022.
A single victim, a 36 year-old female, was discovered dead upon officers’ arrival. The female was identified as Stacey Schultz, according to Lee County Coroner Daniel Sexton. The victim’s family has been notified and this is an active investigation.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Auburn Police Department at 334-501-3140; via the tip line at 334-246-1391; or the Submit-a-Tip option on the Auburn Public Safety smartphone application.
Both lanes on East Samford Avenue are clear for traffic at this time.
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