A man from Fairfield has been identified as the pedestrian who tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run incident on a Birmingham interstate on Monday night. The victim, Erby Jason Moore, aged 48, was officially identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office on Tuesday.
Emergency services were alerted at 6:24 p.m. to a report of a person being struck on the northbound lane of Interstate 59, near the Ensley exit. Tragically, Moore was hit by multiple vehicles, none of which stopped or contacted the police, according to Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates.
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Moore was pronounced dead at the scene at 6:45 p.m. The Birmingham Police Department’s Traffic Homicide Unit is currently conducting an ongoing investigation into the incident.
Hit-and-run incidents are a serious concern on the roads, and this tragic event highlights the importance of responsible driving and the duty to report accidents promptly. It is essential for drivers to remain vigilant, especially when pedestrians are present, and to fulfill their legal obligations in the event of an accident. Fleeing the scene only compounds the tragedy and makes it more difficult for law enforcement to bring those responsible to justice.
The loss of a life in a hit-and-run incident has a devastating impact on the victim’s family and the community as a whole. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. By working together, we can help ensure that our roads are safer for everyone and hold accountable those who choose to ignore their responsibilities as drivers.
