The Gist: A tragic collision at a Forsyth County intersection claimed the life of a young motorcyclist when sheriff’s officials say the driver of an SUV failed to observe a stop sign.
The Details: The crash occurred on February 15 around 2:40 pm at the crossroads of Bethelview Road and Olde Town Lane.
Peyton Kirby, a 23-year-old from Cumming, was riding his motorcycle southbound when a northbound 2022 Hyundai Genesis SUV crossed into his path without stopping at the intersection’s stop sign, resulting in a fatal crash. Kirby was pronounced dead at the scene.
What You Can Do: Drivers are urged to double-check intersections and obey all traffic signs to enhance safety for everyone on the road.
What’s Next?: The investigation into the crash continues, with authorities examining witness statements and other evidence to determine the exact cause and any potential charges.

Thom Chandler
Thom Chandler is the editor of The Georgia Sun and has been writing, editing and managing websites and blogs since 1995. He is a lifelong Georgian and one of those increasingly rare Atlanta natives.