Georgia

Lewis Melson Killed in Accident at Deans Bridge Rd in Augusta, GA

Published on: February 2, 2023

Date of Accident
February 1, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Lewis Melson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Deans Bridge Rd, Augusta, GA, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at Deans Bridge Rd in Augusta, GA on February 1st, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 9:25 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer and passenger car were the vehicles involved. They say the car, operated by 81-year-old Lewis Melson, was going southbound on Deans Bridge Road before colliding with the tractor-trailer. It was not stated what the cause of the crash may have been or which vehicle may have been at-fault. Officers say Melson was taken to an area hospital and pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Georgia State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
Deans Bridge Rd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck and a passenger vehicle were involved in a collision

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