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28-Year-Old Chase Murray Fatally Struck After Exiting Vehicle Following Crash on I-65 in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Authorities have released new details regarding a fatal incident on Interstate 65 that claimed the life of a 28-year-old man early Tuesday morning.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Chase Alan Murray of Hayden.
According to Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates, the incident began around 5:27 a.m. when Murray was involved in a two-vehicle crash near the 17th Street North exit.
Following the initial collision, both vehicles reportedly pulled over onto opposite shoulders of the interstate.
Investigators say that after exiting his vehicle, Murray attempted to cross the roadway.
While in the roadway, he was struck by an oncoming vehicle.
The impact proved fatal, and Murray was pronounced deceased at the scene at approximately 6:03 a.m.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding both the initial crash and the subsequent fatal collision.
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Train Derails in Ferguson Involving Vehicles, Hazmat Team Called Over Ethyl Alcohol Rail Car
FERGUSON, Mo. — A train derailment involving vehicles prompted an emergency response in Ferguson on Ferguson Avenue, where authorities requested a hazardous materials team after determining that one of the train cars contained ethyl alcohol.
Emergency units were dispatched to 617 Ferguson Avenue after reports of the rail incident. Responders found a train that had derailed with vehicles involved.
Officials confirmed there was no reported entrapment. Crews were checking the scene for injuries and evaluating those involved in the incident.
A Hazmat response was requested because one rail car involved in the derailment was carrying ethyl alcohol. Emergency crews were assessing the rail car for any potential leak or hazardous condition and working to secure the area.
The presence of ethyl alcohol prompted additional safety precautions while responders examined the derailed train and surrounding vehicles.
At this time, authorities have not released details about possible injuries, the cause of the derailment or the extent of damage.
The investigation and emergency response remain ongoing in Ferguson, and officials are expected to provide additional information once the scene has been fully assessed.