Vehicle crashes into creek after striking guardrail on Highway 169
Multiple emergency agencies responded to a motor vehicle crash shortly after 12:15 a.m. Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, on Alabama Highway 169 near Road 170 in the Salem community of Lee County.
The Crawford Volunteer Fire Department, Salem Volunteer Fire Department, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and EAMC Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene.
According to information from the scene, a vehicle appears to have struck a guardrail before crashing into a creek.
A female driver was seen being treated by medics and placed in the back of an ambulance. She was awake and talking following the crash.
The southbound lane of Alabama Highway 169 is currently closed, while the northbound lane remains open.
Drivers traveling through the area are urged to use caution and expect possible delays while emergency crews work at the scene.
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