Huntsville, Alabama, September 24, 2025
News Summary
Following two collisions involving police vehicles on I-565, the Huntsville Police Department is emphasizing the importance of the Move Over Law for driver safety. Both incidents occurred while officers were managing traffic and clearing debris. Fortunately, the resulting injuries were non-life-threatening. The police department’s reminder aims to prevent further accidents and reinforce compliance with safety laws.
Huntsville, Alabama Reports Reminders on Move Over Law Following Two Collisions
The Huntsville Police Department is urging drivers to abide by Alabama’s Move Over Law after two collisions with police vehicles occurred on Sunday, September 21. The incidents took place on I-565 near Sparkman Drive, where police officers were performing traffic control and clearing debris from the roadway.
At approximately 5:24 a.m., officers had temporarily closed two westbound lanes of I-565 to ensure safety while they managed the roadway. During this time, a driver failed to adhere to the Move Over Law and struck two unoccupied police vehicles. Both the driver and their passenger faced non-life-threatening injuries and were subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment.
In a related incident, another driver ignored the Move Over Law and collided with a third unoccupied police vehicle shortly after the first incident. This driver also sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Both individuals involved in the collisions received citations for violating the Move Over Law.
The Huntsville Police Department has highlighted the critical need for all drivers to comply with the law, emphasizing that “flashing lights mean slow down. Lane closures mean move over.” They expressed relief that the outcome of these events did not result in any life-threatening injuries, noting that the collisions could have been avoided altogether if the drivers had obeyed the law.
Importance of the Move Over Law
The Move Over Law is designed to protect police officers, emergency responders, and other vehicles parked on the roadside. When a vehicle is displaying flashing lights, drivers are required to decrease their speed and, if possible, switch lanes to create a safe buffer. Adhering to this law can significantly decrease the risk of accidents and protect those working in potentially hazardous conditions along the roadside.
Background on Recent Incidents
These incidents serve as a crucial reminder of the importance of vigilance and adherence to traffic laws, particularly for those navigating areas where emergency responders or road maintenance crews are present. The proactive reminder issued by the police department aims to raise awareness and prevent similar occurrences in the future, reinforcing the safety protocols established to protect all road users.
FAQ
What is the Move Over Law in Alabama?
The Move Over Law requires drivers to slow down and, where possible, switch lanes when passing a vehicle that is displaying flashing lights.
What happened on I-565 on September 21?
On September 21, two drivers failed to move over while police were clearing debris on I-565, leading to collisions with unoccupied police vehicles and resulting in non-life-threatening injuries.
Were any serious injuries reported?
No, both drivers involved in the collisions sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
What actions did the police take following the incidents?
Both drivers were issued citations for violating the Move Over Law.
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Additional Resources
- ABC 33/40 News
- Alabama Reflector
- 1819 News
- Washington Post
- Alabama Daily News
- Wikipedia: Move Over Law
- Google Search: Huntsville police move over law
- Google Scholar: Huntsville police move over law
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Law
- Google News: Huntsville police move over law
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