Atmore Man Killed In Traffic Crash

February 14, 2024

A traffic crash north of Atmore claimed the life of a local man Monday morning.

Wednesday morning, Alabama state troopers said 87-year old Ellis K. Lee was fatally injured when the 2019 Chevrolet Suburban he was driving was struck by the 2014 Kenworth tractor-trailer driven by Patrick M. Bankester, 56, of Bay Minette. Ellis was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash occurred on Jack Springs Road near I-65,about three miles north of Atmore at about 10:50 a.m. Monday.

The investigation is continuing.

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  1. Charlotte Bates on February 15th, 2024 12:23 am

    So sad. Praying for the family and friends that were involved in this crash.