Man, 20, dies after wreck near Auburn
A 20-year-old man died late Sunday in a crash on Alabama 14, six miles west of Auburn, according to a news release from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
Waylon Stipanovic was not using a seat belt when the 2008 Nissan Altima he was driving left the roadway and struck a tree at the 214 mile marker on Alabama 14. He was transported to Columbus Midtown Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival.
Authorities said a preliminary investigation indicates that speed and alcohol were contributing factors in the crash. Nothing further is available as Alabama State Troopers continue to investigate.
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This story was originally published May 8, 2017 at 4:35 PM with the headline "Man, 20, dies after wreck near Auburn."