Ala. — The Birmingham community is mourning the loss of 32-year-old Kaleb Dorsett Timmons, who tragically lost his life early Wednesday morning after being struck by a vehicle while walking along Interstate 20 West.
According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, the incident occurred just before 12:30 a.m. between Oporto Madrid Boulevard and 1st Avenue South. Kaleb was walking in the travel lanes of the interstate when he was hit by a passing vehicle. The driver immediately stopped, called for help, and reported the collision to Birmingham Police. Despite emergency response to the scene, Kaleb was pronounced deceased where he was found.
News of Kaleb’s passing has left those who knew him devastated. For his family and friends, the loss is more than a headline—it is the painful end to a life that still had so much left to give. They remember Kaleb not only for the tragedy of his final moments, but for the person he was every day: a son, a friend, a loved one whose presence meant something special to the people in his life.
As investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident, the community is left holding onto memories of Kaleb’s warmth, his conversations, his laughter, and the impact he made during his 32 years. In times like these, loved ones lean on each other, finding strength through shared grief and the comfort of knowing Kaleb will never be forgotten.
The Birmingham Police Department continues to investigate, and no further details have yet been released. But even as answers are sought, one truth remains clear: Kaleb’s life mattered deeply to those who loved him, and his absence leaves an undeniable void.
May he rest in peace, and may his memory continue to shine in the hearts of those he touched. 🕊️
