Suspect Crashes into Vehicle Killing One During Police Pursuit
A driver being pursued tonight in Richmond County crashed into two vehicles during the chase, resulting in one death.
Lt. Kimberly Lee says deputies tried to stop the driver of a Nissan Rogue on Milledgeville Road at Tubman Home Road for a traffic violation just after 5 p.m. The driver fled, leading deputies on a chase that ended on Gordon Highway at Thomas Lane when the suspect hit another vehicle. The driver of the car, 33-year-old Ashley Irvin of Augusta, was transported to Augusta University Medical Center where she died a short time later. The suspect was injured and taken to the hospital for treatment. Charges against him are pending.
During the course of the pursuit, authorities say the suspect hit two different vehicles at two different locations. Others who were injured are being treated.
The Georgia State Patrol is assisting with the investigation.
