A devastating two-vehicle collision on Dry Creek Road Thursday afternoon has resulted in the tragic death of a 15-year-old male motorcyclist. The incident, which occurred at approximately 4:18 PM, took the life of Armuchee High School student, Elijah Andrew Espy.

According to Georgia State Troopers, the fatal accident involved a red Honda XR400 motorcycle and a black Tesla S. The investigation revealed that the teenager was traveling northbound on Dry Creek Road. Simultaneously, the Tesla was proceeding southbound.

As the Tesla approached a driveway, its driver slowed and initiated a left turn. This maneuver unfortunately led to the motorcycle, traveling in the opposite direction, striking the right passenger door of the Tesla. The force of the impact was severe, ejecting the young motorcyclist from his vehicle. He came to rest on the west shoulder of Dry Creek Road.

Tragically, the 15-year-old sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

In response to the gravity of the incident, Troop A’s Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team (SCRT) was notified and responded to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

The driver of the Tesla, was identified as Irving Hendrick, age 61, escaped the collision without any injuries. Both Espy and Hendrick were residents on Dry Creek Road

The investigation by the Georgia State Patrol is ongoing. Further details are expected to be released as they become available.