From The Tribune staff reports
BESSEMER — A Bessemer woman was arrested for a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on Thursday, September 22, at approximately 2:14 p.m.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 53-year-old Tammy Albanese is charged with leaving the scene of an accident with injuries and reckless manslaughter. Albanese reportedly struck and killed Teddy Eugene Self, 55, of Bessemer, while Self was said to be checking his mail on Lock 17 Road in Bessemer.
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Albanese’s bond is set at $45,000.00. She was arrested and transported to the Jefferson County Jail in Bessemer and has since posted bond.
The story will be updated when more information is available.