BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Pleasant Grove community is mourning the death of Jordin Jacobie Coles, 18, who was killed early Tuesday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 in Birmingham.
The fatal collision occurred in the northbound lanes of I-65 near the University Boulevard exit at approximately 3:46 a.m., according to Birmingham police and the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. Coles, who was from Pleasant Grove, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The crash involved two cars and a motorcycle, according to police. Two other people were treated at the scene and released.
Jordin Jacobie Coles Dies in Birmingham Crash
Coles was one of the people involved in the early-morning collision on I-65.
Authorities said the crash occurred in the northbound lanes near the University Boulevard exit, prompting police and emergency personnel to respond to the interstate.
Coles suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation as Birmingham police work to establish the sequence of events involving the vehicles and motorcycle.
What Happened on I-65?
The crash happened shortly before dawn Tuesday morning, when traffic was moving through the northbound side of Interstate 65.
Police said two cars and a motorcycle were involved in the collision.
At this stage, authorities have not released a complete account explaining how the vehicles collided or what circumstances led to the fatal crash.
Additional findings may become available as investigators examine the scene, vehicles and other evidence.
Until then, details beyond the confirmed information should not be treated as established fact.
Jordin Jacobie Coles Identified as Victim
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Jordin Jacobie Coles of Pleasant Grove.
He was 18 years old.
The identification has brought the tragedy into sharper focus for the Pleasant Grove community, where family members, friends and others who knew Coles are now facing his unexpected death.
For those closest to him, the circumstances of the crash represent only one part of his life. Memories of family, friendships and everyday experiences will remain important as they mourn.
I-65 Closed During Investigation
The collision caused a temporary closure of the affected section of northbound I-65.
According to WBRC, police closed the area for approximately three hours while investigators worked at the scene. The roadway reopened at around 6 a.m.
The closure allowed authorities to investigate the collision and document evidence before traffic was permitted to resume normally.
Early-morning interstate crashes can also create significant traffic disruptions because investigators and emergency crews may need to restrict access for an extended period.
Two Others Treated at Scene
Two other people involved in the crash were treated by emergency personnel and released at the scene, according to ABC 33/40.
No additional serious injuries have been reported in the available information.
Authorities have not released further details about the identities or conditions of those individuals.
The investigation remains focused on determining exactly how the collision occurred.
Investigation Continues
Birmingham police are investigating the fatal crash.
Investigators will work to reconstruct the events leading to the collision and determine how the two cars and motorcycle became involved.
At this point, authorities have not publicly identified a specific cause or contributing factor.
Claims involving speed, impairment, distraction, mechanical problems or other possible circumstances should not be presented as fact unless investigators confirm them.
As the investigation continues, officials may release additional information.
Remembering Jordin Jacobie Coles
Jordin Jacobie Coles was only 18 when his life ended in the Birmingham crash.
For his family and friends, his death represents a sudden loss that extends far beyond the details contained in a police report.
Those who knew him will have their own memories of conversations, family moments, friendships and experiences shared over the years.
Those personal memories will become an important part of how Coles is remembered.
Pleasant Grove Community Mourns
Coles’ connection to Pleasant Grove has brought the tragedy home to a community beyond the immediate crash location.
Unexpected deaths can affect relatives, friends, classmates, coworkers and neighbors, each of whom may experience the loss differently.
As the investigation continues, those who knew Coles are left to mourn while remembering the person he was away from the circumstances of the accident.
The community’s support can provide comfort to those closest to him during the difficult days ahead.
Funeral and Memorial Arrangements
At the time of the latest available reporting, specific funeral, visitation or memorial arrangements for Jordin Jacobie Coles had not been publicly announced.
Additional information may be released by his family or funeral representatives once arrangements are finalized.
Those wishing to offer condolences should rely on official announcements for confirmed service information and respect the privacy of Coles’ loved ones.
What We Know About the Jordin Jacobie Coles Crash
The currently confirmed information includes:
- Name: Jordin Jacobie Coles
- Age: 18
- Hometown: Pleasant Grove, Alabama
- Date of crash: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Time: Approximately 3:46 a.m.
- Location: Interstate 65 northbound near the University Boulevard exit, Birmingham
- Vehicles involved: Two cars and a motorcycle
- Fatality: Coles died at the scene
- Other people: Two people treated and released at the scene
- Investigation: Birmingham Police Department
- Road closure: Approximately three hours
- Funeral arrangements: Not publicly announced in the available information
These details may be updated as authorities release additional findings.
A Final Tribute to Jordin Jacobie Coles
The death of Jordin Jacobie Coles, 18, of Pleasant Grove, has left family members, friends and members of the wider community grieving.
He was killed early Tuesday morning when a crash involving two cars and a motorcycle occurred on northbound I-65 near the University Boulevard exit in Birmingham.
Police and emergency personnel responded to the scene, and the interstate was temporarily closed while investigators documented the collision.
Two other people involved in the crash were treated and released, but Coles died at the scene.
As investigators continue working to establish the circumstances of the crash, Coles’ family and friends are left to remember his life and the memories they shared with him.
May Jordin Jacobie Coles be remembered with dignity and compassion, and may his family, friends and loved ones find strength and comfort as they mourn his passing.
This article is based on currently available reporting from Birmingham authorities and local news organizations. Details concerning the investigation and funeral arrangements may change as additional information becomes available.