HALE COUNTY – At approximately 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, 1-year-old James Carlton McGilberry of Demopolis was killed in a single-vehicle crash on Alabama 69  five miles south of Greensboro. The child was a passenger in a 1998 Toyota 4 Runner that left the roadway and struck a tree. James was not properly restrained in a child-restraint system and was pronounced dead at the scene. The vehicle was driven by Kylie M. Smyly, 27, of Demopolis. Both the driver and another passenger, Chloe Smyly, 8, also of Demopolis, were injured in the crash and transported to Birmingham area hospitals. Although the circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation, Alabama State Troopers say speed was a factor.

Information Source: Alabama State Troopers

The House of Representatives unanimously passed SB192 Wednesday, which would provide funds for repairing roads and bridges in rural areas. The bill will go back to the Senate for approval because of an amendment added in the House. 
 
Sponsored by Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman, and Rep. Mac McCutcheon, R-Capshaw, the measure establishes the Rural Assistance Match Program (RAMP).

As this year’s plans for spring break take shape, the members of Alabama’s Integrated State Law
Enforcement Task Force remind everyone -- particularly parents of school-age children -- to add safety to the list whether the family will be kicking back at home or traveling to the beach or other fun destinations.

SLE Task Force officers will work together to create a highly visible enforcement presence during spring break season intended to prevent crimes and violations that lead to deaths and injuries. All available personnel will combine forces with county and municipal agencies along Alabama’s gulf coast and across the state to conduct various details designed to enhance public safety and to enforce all laws, including traffic, boating and alcoholic beverage laws.

Officers urge everyone to keep in mind the following seven suggestions:

1. Make hotel/motel stay safe.