Crime & Safety
Updated: Moultrie Man Killed in Crash
A car pulled into the path of the motorcycle on Highway 113, ejecting the driver.
Updated 2 p.m.
Georgia State Patrol spokesman Gordy Wright identified the motorcyclist killed in an early-morning crash in Cartersville as William McCullar, 24, of Moultrie.
Troopers' initial investigation indicates a Nissan Altima about 5:22 a.m. turned from Picklesimer Road, pulling into the path of his Suzuki, which was traveling on Highway 113.
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As a result, the motorcycle struck the Nissan, ejecting McCullar into the roadway. He was then hit by Ford Explorer.
The investigation continues. No charges have been filed.
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Original Report
One person died this morning in a car-motorcycle crash at Highways 113 and 61 in Cartersville.
says motorists should avoid the area for several hours due to the fatality, which it reported at 6:39 a.m.
Investigators and numerous emergency vehicles are in the area, and all lanes may be blocked as the accident is eventually cleared. No time frame was given.
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