The Athens-Clarke County Police Department is investigating a Jan. 11 car crash that claimed the life of a newborn and seriously injured the mother.
Police officials said the wreck occurred on Daniesville Road near Mission Drive after the driver of a southbound delivery vehicle drove into the path of a northbound 1996 Ford Ranger.
The pregnant woman was the passenger of the Ford and was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. The baby was delivered, and both the mother and infant were placed in intensive care.
Officials said during a follow-up investigation they learned the infant passed away on Jan 13.
The driver of the Ford was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. Officials said the delivery driver had minor injuries.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Senior Police Officer Tilley at [email protected] or 762-400-7355.
