From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
WINSTON COUNTY — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating a fatal crash that happened near Addison, in northeast Alabama.
On Monday, March 2, 2020, State Troopers were called to the scene on Highway 278, 2 miles west of Addison. Troopers said the crash was reported at 11:50 a.m.
When investigators arrived on the scene, they found a man dead inside a Ford Fiesta. The Fiesta was the only vehicle involved. Troopers believe the car left the roadway and hit a tree.
The driver was identified as Jerry D. Baker, 43, of Addison.
Alabama State Troopers are continuing the investigation.