Deputy-Involved Collision on South Cobb Drive in Cobb County, Georgia

Modified Date: 
Fri, 01/31/2025 - 6:30am
Accident Date: 
Monday, January 27, 2025

Authorities investigating after crash involving Cobb County deputy(link is external)

According to the Cobb County Sheriff's Office, a deputy assigned to its operations division was involved in the accident, and injuries were reported at the scene. 

Cobb Sheriff Deputy Injured in Four-Car Collision (link is external)

A Cobb County sheriff’s deputy was injured in a four-car collision Monday morning.

 

A law enforcement vehicle collision occurred on Monday at the intersection of South Cobb Drive and Booth Road in Cobb County, Georgia, involving a Cobb County Sheriff's Office deputy. The incident, which took place in a heavily trafficked area of the county, resulted in reported injuries, though the severity remains undisclosed at this time. The deputy, who was assigned to the operations division of the sheriff's office, was involved in circumstances that are currently under investigation by the Cobb County Police Department. Emergency response teams were dispatched to the scene following the collision. The decision to have the police department conduct the investigation, rather than the sheriff's office, reflects standard protocol for maintaining investigative independence when law enforcement vehicles are involved in traffic incidents.

The intersection of South Cobb Drive and Booth Road represents a significant junction in Cobb County's transportation network. South Cobb Drive (also known as State Route 280) serves as a major north-south arterial corridor connecting Marietta to Smyrna, experiencing high daily traffic volumes particularly during peak commuting hours. The area surrounding the crash site features a mix of commercial and residential developments, with multiple access points and turning movements that can create complex traffic patterns. The intersection is controlled by traffic signals and includes dedicated turn lanes to manage the substantial traffic flow.

In Georgia, accidents involving law enforcement vehicles fall under specific statutory provisions that can affect liability determinations and claims processes. Under state law (O.C.G.A. § 36-92-2), local government vehicles, including law enforcement vehicles, are covered by sovereign immunity provisions, though this immunity is waived up to specified limits for motor vehicle accidents. Injured parties typically have 12 months from the date of the accident to file an ante litem notice with the county government, a crucial prerequisite to pursuing a claim. Potential compensation may include medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, depending on the circumstances and severity of injuries. Insurance claims may involve both government insurance pools and personal insurance policies.

Related Resources:

  • Cobb County Police Department: Major Crimes Unit (770-499-3945)
  • Cobb County Sheriff's Office: (770-499-4600)
  • Cobb County Department of Transportation: Traffic Operations
  • Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety
  • Georgia State Patrol Crash Reporting System
  • Georgia Department of Driver Services
  • Cobb County Victim Witness Assistance Program
  • Georgia Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
Type: Car Accident