The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) announces a notable decrease in traffic and marine-related fatalities over the 2025 Memorial Day holiday weekend, compared to the same period last year. From Friday, May 23, to Monday, May 26, ALEA Troopers only investigated three traffic-related fatalities this year, a 50% reduction from six in 2024. Additionally, there were no boating fatalities on Alabama’s waterways, a marked improvement from one recorded during the 2024 holiday weekend.
The fatal traffic crashes occurred in Pike, Morgan and Bibb counties.
While the Agency emphasizes that even one loss of life is one too many, the decline in fatalities on both roadways and waterways is a positive indication that the continuous efforts of ALEA Troopers assigned to both the Highway and Marine Patrol Divisions, along with the Agency’s strategic education and safety messaging, are truly having an impact.
“This year’s numbers reflect progress, but we are reminded that each statistic represents a life lost and families forever changed,” said ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor. “Our goal is always zero fatalities, and we remain committed to enforcing traffic and boating laws, while educating the public on safe practices throughout the summer months.”
The Memorial Day weekend also marked the official launch of ALEA’s annual “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign, which runs through Labor Day. The campaign focuses on reducing crashes, fatalities, and injuries through increased enforcement and public outreach during the busy summer travel season.
“Our Troopers in both Highway Patrol and Marine Patrol will be out in full force across Alabama to ensure everyone gets to their destinations and return home safely,” Secretary Taylor added. “We urge all motorists and boaters to do their part by staying alert, obeying laws, and never operating a vehicle or vessel under the influence.”
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency extends its deepest condolences to the families impacted by this weekend’s tragedies and remains dedicated to promoting safety on the roads and waterways throughout the state.
ALEA’s efforts over the Memorial Day weekend included increased patrols, driver license checkpoints, and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing fatalities and injuries. The Agency’s Marine Patrol Division conducted 726 vessel stops, issued 1,084 Marine Safety Warnings, and made 12 Boating Under the Influence (BUI) arrests. Concerning the state’s new boating-safety laws, ALEA’s Marine Patrol also issued 104 warnings for Non-Residents Operating Without a License/Certification, 104 warnings for Proximity Law Violations and 5 Warnings for Wake Sport Violations.
ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division investigated 316 traffic crashes, issued 224 seat belt citations, issued 1,899 citations for speeding and made 29 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests. Despite these efforts, the Agency remains committed to enhancing its strategies and working with the community to promote safer driving and boating practices.
For more information about ALEA’s safety initiatives, visit www.alea.gov.
