AL Woman Ariel Collins ID’d As Victim In Wednesday Leeds Fatal Head-On Crash

LEEDS, AL. (THECOUNT) — Ariel Collins, of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, has been identified as the victim in a fatal Wednesday morning crash near Leeds.

Collins, 24, was killed Wednesday in a head-on crash in Leeds.

According to reports, Collins was operating a vehicle on Parkway Drive in Leeds, when for unknown reasons, the vehicle crossed centerlines and into opposing lanes around 5 a.m. Wednesday. The vehicle the collided head-on with a van.

Collins was transported to an area hospital where she was later pronounced dead of blunt force trauma injuries.

Possible injuries for the van driver were not provided by officials.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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Geo quick facts: Leeds is a suburb with a small-town vibe, popular with young families. It’s home to the Barber Motorsports Park, known for its big-name races, and the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, showcasing an extensive collection of motorcycles. The Outlet Shops of Grand River has discount clothing stores and a drive-in movie theater, and a seasonal farmers’ market sells local produce downtown every Thursday – wikipedia.