Elderly Man Dies in Highway Crash

0:00It's April 29th. This is Birmingham News Today, AI-powered stories from your city. In 86-year-old man from Arlie, Alabama, has died following a serious crash on US Highway 278 near Coleman County, 420. Arlin Langley was behind the wheel of a Chrysler 300 when it collided with the Nissan Central last Thursday around 520 pm. The impacts and both vehicles off the road in chaotic fashion. These cars struck a stop sign, flipped over, and slammed into a guy wire before coming to rest. Meanwhile, the Nissan hit a cable box and a fence. This tragedy highlights the dangers highway's pose, especially for older drivers navigating unexpected turns. Langley airlifted to Huntsville Hospital right after, far for his life, but passed away two days later on Saturday, April 25th. We don't know the Nissan's driver's condition yet. No word on what sparked the wreck, but Alabama law enforcement agency troopers are digging deep into the details. They'll piece together speeds, visibility, and any factors at play.

1:04Stay safe out there on those roads, folks. Buckle up and keep your eyes sharp, because one split second can change everything.