One Dead After Two-Vehicle Accident Near Athens

ATHENS-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a two-vehicle accident that has taken the life of an Elkmont woman on Friday, March 22:

“A two-vehicle crash at 7:20 a.m. today, March 22, has claimed the life of an Elkmont woman.

Brittany Lea Bennett, 30, was killed when the 2002 Lincoln Town Car she was driving crossed the center line and struck a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado head on.

Bennett was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet pickup was transported to Athens-Limestone Hospital for his injuries.

The crash occurred on Alabama Highway 99 three miles northwest of Athens. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.”

Senior Trooper Chuck Daniel

Public Information Officer

Decatur Post