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August 11, 2026

Jeep Driver Injured In Head-On Crash With Tractor-Trailer Near Menlo

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A Jeep driver was injured Tuesday afternoon in a head-on collision with a tractor-trailer on Georgia Highway 48 near the foot of Lookout Mountain outside Menlo.

The crash occurred around 1:30 p.m. Tuesday as the tractor-trailer was traveling east toward Menlo and the Jeep Wrangler was traveling west toward Alabama from the Shinbone area.

According to information provided to WZQZ News by the Georgia State Patrol, the driver of the Jeep lost control of the vehicle, crossed into the lane of the oncoming tractor-trailer and was struck head-on.

The Jeep driver was conscious following the collision and was transported by Atrium Health Floyd EMS for medical treatment.

The Georgia State Patrol told WZQZ News that the driver is expected to recover.

The accident was investigated by the Georgia State Patrol. The official crash report remained incomplete Tuesday evening, and additional details were not immediately available.

WZQZ News will provide additional information if it becomes available.

June 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Alabama Teen Charged In Highway 48 Drive-By Shooting Investigation

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A 17-year-old Alabama resident has been arrested and charged in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred earlier this month near the Georgia-Alabama state line on Highway 48.

May 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Man Arrested For DUI After Traffic Stop In Summerville

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A Summerville man was arrested on DUI charges following a traffic stop according to a report released this week from the Summerville Police Department.

March 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Hydrant Flushing Scheduled Today in West Summerville

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Residents in West Summerville will see fire crews out across the area today as the City of Summerville Fire Department conducts scheduled hydrant maintenance.

February 28, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Fugitive From Justice Charge Filed After Traffic Stop in Chattooga County

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A routine traffic stop in Chattooga County has resulted in multiple charges, including Fugitive From Justice, following an arrest made February 23, 2026, according to information released by the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.