A Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputy was in a crash Monday morning on Peach Orchard Road at Reedale Drive. The other vehicle rolled onto its side.

What’s Happening: The crash happened around 8 a.m. Sheriff’s officials say another driver turned left in front of the deputy’s vehicle, causing the collision. Richmond County firefighters responded and helped pull the driver out of the overturned vehicle.

What’s Important: The Georgia State Patrol is leading the crash investigation. One lane on Peach Orchard Road near Reedale Drive is closed while the scene is cleared.

How This Affects Real People: Drivers near Peach Orchard Road and Reedale Drive should expect delays and use caution in the area.

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B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.