Six people were killed in traffic crashes worked by Alabama State Troopers over Labor Day weekend.

The holiday period began at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30, and continued through midnight Monday, Sept. 2.

The traffic fatalities took place in Cleburne, Chilton and Mobile counties. Saturday was the only day during the long weekend with no fatalities.

Troopers also investigated 185 traffic crashes that resulted in 101 injuries, made 29 DUI arrests, issued 227 citations for seat belt violations, 1,688 citations for speeding and 15 citations for reckless driving.

The Labor Day statistics released by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Wednesday do not include traffic crashes worked by other law enforcement agencies.

Eight people were killed during the same time period last year, including four teens.

On the state’s waterways, ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division investigated one drowning on Wheeler Lake, which happened Sunday.

There were no boating-related fatalities, but troopers did investigate one boating incident that occurred on Lake Tuscaloosa resulting in two injuries.

Investigators carried out 366 vessel inspections, made six Boating Under the Influence (BUI) arrests, issued 469 Marine Safety Warnings and 105 Marine Safety Citations.

Additionally, the Marine Patrol Division provided patrols and assisted with six different events on the water over the busy holiday weekend.

Monday also marked the end of ALEA’s “101 Days of Summer Safety.”

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, the summer months are oftentimes referred to as the “100 deadliest days of summer,” as many families travel, and young teens hit the road for the first time.

To combat the 100 deadliest days of summer and reduce tragedies statewide, ALEA officials said, the agency launched the “101 Days of Summer Safety” campaign to spread awareness on the dangers of risky driving behaviors and encourage safety talks with teens and loved ones.

As of Sept. 1, ALEA had investigated 32 fewer traffic fatalities compared to the same time in 2023.

“While we are encouraged by the decrease in fatalities, there is still much work to be done,’’ said ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor. “These tragic incidents underline the importance of road safety, as well boating safety, and the ongoing need for vigilance and adherence to the state’s laws throughout the entire year.”