A motor vehicle accident on Highway 27, near the south side of Taylor’s Ridge, has resulted in the tragic death of 72-year-old Terry Boyd of Rome, confirmed by the Chattooga County Coroner’s Office.

The incident was reported to authorities by Chattooga County 911 at approximately 11:37 AM. Coroner Jeremy McElhaney responded to the scene, where he pronounced Boyd dead upon arrival. Preliminary investigations suggest that the accident may have occurred late Friday night, although the exact time remains unclear due to the vehicle’s location, which was found off the side of the ridge. Local fire departments, including the Gore and Summerville Fire Departments, along with Atrium Floyd EMS, were dispatched to the scene to assist in extricating the victim from the rugged terrain.

Boyd, who was a dementia patient, was reported missing on Friday night when he was found to be gone from his residence.

The investigation is currently being conducted by the Chattooga County Coroner’s Office, the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), and the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Department. The Chattooga County Coroner’s Office urged the community to keep Boyd’s family in their prayers during this difficult time.