Retired Sheriff’s Sergeant Struck by Vehicle at Atlanta Marathon
A retired Fulton County Sheriff’s Office sergeant was struck by a vehicle on Sunday morning while working a traffic detail at the Publix Atlanta Marathon. Officials reported that the sergeant was providing traffic assistance when the accident happened. The sergeant has since been treated and released from the hospital. Details about the incident are still being investigated by the Atlanta Police Department. Witnesses have indicated that the driver may have been distracted at the time of the collision. The sergeant's injuries were not life-threatening, and he is expected to recover fully. The Atlanta Police Department is continuing to gather information regarding the circumstances of the accident. This incident highlights the risks that law enforcement personnel face while performing their duties.
