The Birmingham community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of 32-year-old Kaleb Dorsett Timmons, who was struck and killed by a vehicle early Wednesday morning while walking along Interstate 20 West. The tragedy occurred just before 12:30 a.m. in the stretch of highway between Oporto Madrid Boulevard and 1st Avenue South, an area often traveled but rarely expected to see pedestrians at that hour.

According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Kaleb was walking in the travel lanes of the interstate when he was hit by an oncoming vehicle. The driver, who immediately stopped after the impact, called 911 and quickly notified Birmingham Police about the collision. Despite the fast response from emergency personnel, Kaleb was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials noted that the driver cooperated fully with authorities, and the investigation into the circumstances of the fatal incident is still ongoing.

For Kaleb’s family and friends, the news has been devastating. They remember him not for the sudden tragedy that ended his life, but for the person he was every day. Kaleb was a son, a friend, and a loved one whose presence touched many. His loved ones say he carried warmth in his conversations, brought laughter into moments big and small, and left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

As the investigation continues, those who knew Kaleb are holding tight to the memories they shared with him. They describe him as someone who had so much more life to live—someone whose story should not have ended on a dark stretch of highway. In moments like these, family and friends come together for comfort, leaning on one another as they navigate the deep pain of losing someone so dear.

The Birmingham Police Department has not released additional details about the crash, but they continue working to piece together what led to the tragic accident. While many questions remain, one fact is clear to everyone who knew him: Kaleb’s life mattered. His absence now leaves a void that words cannot easily fill, but his memory will continue to shine in the hearts of those he touched.

May Kaleb Dorsett Timmons rest in peace, and may the community’s love and support carry his family through this difficult time.