Gardendale man killed in single-vehicle crash

Published
June 21, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Gardendale, Alabama
I-65
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Gardendale Alabama in Gardendale, Alabama: A 48‑year‑old Gardendale man named Alfred J. Harkley was killed when his 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee left the road near the 265 mile marker on I-65, about one mile north of Fultondale. The vehicle struck a light pole and critically injured Harkley, who was taken to UAB Hospital but later died from his injuries. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers are investigating the crash.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Alfred J. Harkley Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Gardendale man killed in single-vehicle crash

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