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Dawn Crosson critically injured in pedestrian collision on Highway 168 near Boaz, Alabama

Modified Date: 
Wed, 08/18/2021 - 4:43pm
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Boaz 'icon' in intensive care at Huntsville Hospital after being struck by car

A woman that Boaz police officers call an "icon" of the city is in intensive care at Huntsville Hospital after being struck by a vehicle Wednesday night. The Sand Mountain Reporter reports that Dawn Crosson was struck by a vehicle just after 6 p.m. on Highway 168 near downtown Boaz. "She walked everywhere and had a smile and wave for everyone," Farish told the paper. Boaz Police Chief Scott Farish told the newspaper that Crosson is a kind, loving resident of the city. Crosson is well-known around Boaz, where she often walks around downtown wearing a nightgown.

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Type: Pedestrian Accident
People Involved: 
Dawn Crosson
Roadway: 
Highway 168
City: 
Boaz, AL
County: 
Marshall County, AL
Area: 
Huntsville-Decatur, AL

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