An investigation is currently underway in Florence following a tragic accident that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old individual on Friday night. Emergency responders, including personnel from the Florence Police Department, the Florence Fire Department, and Lifeguard EMS, arrived at the scene of the incident around 10:15 PM. The crash occurred on Helton Drive, just north of Rickwood Road.
Preliminary reports suggest that Jesse Christopher James, a resident of Muscle Shoals, was riding his motorcycle when he collided with a vehicle that was entering the roadway from Helton Court. Unfortunately, James succumbed to the injuries he sustained in the accident. The driver of the other vehicle was taken to North Alabama Medical Center for treatment.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to reach out to the Florence Police Department at 256-760-6597. Your assistance could be invaluable in piecing together the events surrounding this unfortunate crash.