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Tragedy in Athens Georgia | Athens News
A heartbreaking tragedy struck Athens, Georgia, when nine-year-old Maxton Ball died from injuries sustained in a car crash on Lexington Road near Whit Davis Road. The boy, who walked into the street from a nearby Hardee’s parking lot, was struck by a Dodge Ram truck and later succumbed to his injuries. Maxton, from Ellenwood, leaves behind a grieving family as authorities investigate the incident — the seventh fatal crash in the Athens-Clarke County area this year. Our hearts go out to Maxton’s loved ones during this unimaginably painful time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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