DOUGHERTY COUNTY, Ga. (WALB/Gray News) – A terrifying scene unfolded early Saturday morning in Dougherty County when an ambulance carrying emergency patients was involved in a multi-vehicle collision that left eight people injured, including a newborn baby.
The crash occurred just after 7 a.m. at the busy intersection of Pine Avenue and Monroe Street, a crossing that was suddenly transformed into chaos as the Dougherty County EMS ambulance rolled over from the impact. Witnesses described the moment as shocking, with sirens from other emergency units arriving almost instantly to provide help.
Officials later confirmed that inside the ambulance were three EMS personnel and two patients at the time of the crash. One of those patients was a newborn child, making the accident even more alarming for bystanders and first responders alike. Despite the frightening nature of the rollover, authorities quickly reassured the public that all eight individuals involved in the collision are expected to survive. Thankfully, no life-threatening injuries were reported, even for the fragile infant who was taken to the hospital for further monitoring.
Dougherty County EMS emphasized that strict emergency protocols were activated the moment the crash happened. Additional units rushed to the scene, providing immediate medical support before transporting the injured to the hospital as a precautionary step. Doctors and nurses quickly began evaluations to rule out any hidden complications, ensuring that every victim, including the newborn, received comprehensive care.
We are grateful that no serious injuries occurred, and we appreciate the swift response of first responders at the scene,” said Dougherty County EMS Director James Gibney in an official statement. His words highlighted the dedication of the medical teams who not only responded to the accident but also continued to safeguard the patients caught in the collision.
Although relief spread quickly through the community after hearing that the baby and all others would be okay, questions remain about what exactly caused the accident. Authorities have not yet shared details on how the multi-vehicle crash unfolded, leaving residents concerned about the safety of the intersection where it happened.
The Georgia State Patrol has opened an investigation to determine the chain of events that led to the rollover, including whether driver error, traffic conditions, or mechanical issues may have played a role. Officials are urging patience as they work through witness statements, surveillance footage, and accident reports to provide answers.
For now, families are focusing on gratitude that the accident, which could have had tragic consequences, ended with everyone expected to recover. The incident stands as a reminder of both the dangers faced by emergency responders on the road and the importance of rapid medical intervention when seconds matter most.
