Vehicle overturns in creek in Lee County, one transported
First responders have cleared the scene following a wild crash in Phenix City.
The crash involved Ford F-250 leaving the roadway and overturning into a creek near the intersection of Lee Road 240 and Lee Road 222, located in the Phenix City area of Lee County. The crash was reported to CNAW2News.com around 6:30 p.m. eastern time on Monday, April 13, 2026.
Smiths Station Fire and Rescue and Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene along with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and EAMC Emergency Medical Services.
At least one person was transported to a nearby hospital by emergency medical services. Their condition remains unknown.
Lee Road 240 was closed from Lee Road 222 and Lee Road 221 while crews worked to remove the truck.
The roadway was reopened around 9:00 p.m.
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