Bessemer, AL — A tragic early morning crash on Sunday, November 9, 2025, claimed the lives of 50-year-old Charles Devon Lockett and 35-year-old Denterrius Deon Hill, both residents of Bessemer. The collision occurred around 5 a.m. in the 2500 block of Carolina Terrace, when Lockett, who was reportedly driving, lost control of the vehicle. The car veered off the roadway, striking a utility pole before crashing into a tree with tremendous force.
When first responders arrived, both men were found unresponsive. Despite immediate attempts to provide life-saving aid, both were pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of their injuries.
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The Bessemer Police Department has opened an investigation into the cause of the crash. While the exact factors leading to the collision remain unclear, authorities are looking into the role of weather, speed, and potential mechanical failure. Investigators are working to reconstruct the events leading up to the deadly crash.
Charles and Denterrius are remembered by friends and family as hardworking, generous, and full of life. Their passing has left a profound impact on the Bessemer community, with loved ones recalling their laughter, kindness, and the way they always took care of those around them.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of two men whose lives were cut short far too soon. Thoughts and condolences are with the families of Lockett and Hill during this incredibly difficult time.