WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. — A tragic early-morning crash in Winston County has claimed the life of a Haleyville man, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA). The single-vehicle accident occurred around 3:35 a.m. Saturday along U.S. 278, approximately three miles east of Double Springs.
Authorities identified the victim as 44-year-old Jeremy C. Rogers, who was driving a 2016 Nissan Altima when the vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a tree. Investigators said Rogers was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene. No other vehicles or individuals were involved in the incident.
Troopers from ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division responded to the crash shortly after it was reported. The collision took place near the intersection of Winston County Road 89, a stretch of highway surrounded by wooded terrain. Emergency responders worked to secure the area while investigators began reconstructing the scene to determine what led to the vehicle leaving the roadway.
Preliminary findings have not yet revealed what caused Rogers to lose control of the Altima. Authorities said factors such as speed, driver fatigue, or road conditions could have played a role, but the official cause remains under investigation. Troopers will review evidence from the crash site and vehicle data as part of their ongoing inquiry.
The fatal crash serves as a grim reminder of the importance of wearing seat belts, even during short or early-morning drives. ALEA officials continue to urge all motorists to buckle up every time they get behind the wheel, noting that seat belts are one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of fatal injuries in crashes.
As the investigation continues, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency extended its condolences to Rogers’ family and friends. Troopers are encouraging drivers to stay alert, avoid distractions, and always adhere to posted speed limits—especially on rural highways where visibility and reaction time can be limited during the night or early morning hours.