Kathy N. Hamilton Killed in Gadsden Crash After GMC Truck Enters Pond; Two Passengers Hospitalized
Kathy N. Hamilton died in Gadsden crash after GMC truck drove into pond. Two passengers rushed to hospital. Read full details and witness accounts now
Authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a 65-year-old woman early Sunday morning in Gadsden, Alabama. The incident occurred just after 6 a.m. on February 15 along Riverview Drive near Tillison Road within the city limits of Gadsden in Etowah County.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the victim has been identified as Kathy N. Hamilton, 65, of Elkmont. Officials said Hamilton was driving a 2000 GMC 1500 when the vehicle left the roadway for reasons still under investigation. The truck struck a fence before continuing into a nearby pond. Hamilton was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Two passengers were also inside the vehicle at the time of the crash. Hali B. Bridges, 30, and Chance B. Bridges, 29, sustained injuries and were transported to Gadsden Regional Medical Center for medical treatment. Authorities have not released updates regarding their conditions.
Troopers with ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division responded to the scene and are leading the ongoing investigation. Officials stated that investigators are examining multiple factors, including roadway conditions, potential vehicle issues, and environmental circumstances that may have contributed to the crash. No additional details about what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway have been made public.
Early morning crashes can present unique challenges, including reduced visibility, possible fog, moisture on road surfaces, or driver fatigue. Law enforcement officials are reminding motorists to exercise caution, particularly during dawn hours when lighting and road conditions can change rapidly.
The crash has left family members and the broader community mourning the loss of Kathy N. Hamilton. As investigators work to piece together the sequence of events, authorities are urging patience while the review process continues.
ALEA has indicated that further information will be released once more details are confirmed. In the meantime, the focus remains on supporting the injured passengers and providing answers to Hamilton’s loved ones as they cope with this tragic loss.