Fatal Crash
Driver Struck and Killed After Exiting Vehicle Following Initial Crash in Athens
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September 21, 2026
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Athens, Clarke County, GA
Georgia
2
Injuries reported
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State Patrol: Cedartown
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A driver in Athens was struck and killed after leaving their vehicle following an earlier crash, according to police.
Authorities said the incident began when a vehicle was involved in an initial collision. After that crash, the driver got out of the vehicle and stepped into the roadway, where a second vehicle struck them, police said.
The crash involved two vehicles in total. Officials have not released the identities of those involved, nor further details about the circumstances leading to the initial collision or the extent of any additional injuries.
Local police are investigating the incident, and no additional information about charges or contributing factors has been released at this time.
This report will be updated as officials release more information.
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