CLANTON, AL — Heartbreak has gripped the community of Clanton as family, friends, and neighbors mourn the sudden and tragic loss of Devin M. Chapman, a 33-year-old man whose life was cut short in a devastating motorcycle accident on July 31, 2025.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the fatal incident occurred on Interstate 65 near the 228-mile marker, when Devin’s motorcycle was struck by an unidentified vehicle. The driver responsible for the collision fled the scene, leaving Chapman critically injured on the roadside.
Authorities confirmed that Devin was ejected from his motorcycle during the crash and pronounced dead at the scene. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, his injuries were too severe to survive.
A Life Ended Too Soon
Devin M. Chapman was known throughout Clanton as a devoted friend, a hard worker, and a passionate motorcyclist. He had a deep love for the open road and the freedom that riding brought him. Whether riding solo across country backroads or participating in local bike rallies, Devin’s motorcycle wasn’t just a vehicle — it was a part of who he was.
Friends remember him for his bright smile, laid-back personality, and his willingness to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He leaves behind a grieving family, devastated friends, and a community that now finds itself calling for justice.
Ongoing Hit-and-Run Investigation
ALEA Troopers are actively investigating the crash and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The vehicle that struck Devin remains unidentified, and no suspects have yet been named.
“The driver involved in this crash fled the scene and remains at large. We’re asking the public for help,” an ALEA spokesperson said. “Any information, no matter how small it may seem, could help us bring closure to Devin’s family.”
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has any details about the vehicle or driver is urged to contact ALEA Troopers at (205) 322-4691.
Law enforcement officers are also reviewing surveillance footage and traffic camera feeds from the area in hopes of identifying the suspect vehicle.
A Community in Mourning
Devin’s death has left an enormous void in the lives of those who knew and loved him. Tributes have poured in on social media, with friends sharing memories of late-night rides, laughter-filled gatherings, and the kind of loyalty that defined Devin’s relationships.
Local motorcyclists are also planning a memorial ride in Devin’s honor, both to celebrate his life and to raise awareness about the dangers motorcyclists face on the road — especially from careless or reckless drivers who fail to share the road safely.
Final Thoughts
The loss of Devin M. Chapman is not just a tragic accident — it’s a crime that has left a family shattered and a community demanding answers. As law enforcement continues its efforts to identify and locate the hit-and-run driver, loved ones are left grieving a man who had so much life left to live.
Devin is remembered not only for the way he died but for the way he lived: free-spirited, loyal, compassionate, and unapologetically himself.
Funeral arrangements and services will be announced by the Chapman family in the coming days. In the meantime, those who knew Devin are encouraged to honor his memory by sharing stories, offering support to his loved ones, and standing together in pursuit of justice.
Rest in peace, Devin. You will not be forgotten.
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