“17-year-old and mother killed in tragic train collision in Georgia”

A 17-year-old and his mother were tragically killed when their car was struck by a train in Wilcox County, Georgia. The collision occurred on July 20, and the car had crossed a marked railroad crossing with activated safety arms and flashing lights. The car was hit on the passenger’s side by a CSX freightliner. The victims were identified as Dallas Corbin Dozier, 17, and Brandy Elizabeth Drinnon, 34. Both were thrown from the car, and Dozier was driving at the time. The crash is currently under investigation. Tanasia Kenney reported

A tragic accident in Wilcox County, Georgia, has claimed the lives of a 17-year-old boy and his mother. The deadly collision occurred on State Route 159 when their car was struck by an oncoming train. According to Georgia State Patrol, the car had crossed a marked railroad crossing, despite the safety arms being activated and lowered, and the red flashing lights being active and illuminated.

The car was hit on the passenger’s side by a CSX freightliner. Both the teenager, Dallas Corbin Dozier, and his mother, Brandy Elizabeth Drinnon, were thrown from the car and killed instantly. Dozier was driving at the time of the crash.

Dozier, a student at Hawkinsville High School, was described as a well-mannered young man who enjoyed gaming. His mother, Drinnon, was a self-employed tattoo artist who loved drawing, listening to music, fishing, and going to the beach with her family.

The accident remains under investigation, and the memorial service for Dozier was held on July 23, while his mother’s service is scheduled for July 25. The community is mourning the loss of these two individuals and remembering the impact they had on those around them.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of obeying traffic laws and exercising caution at railroad crossings. It is crucial to always respect the safety measures in place, such as activated safety arms and flashing lights, to prevent accidents like this from happening. The community is coming together to support the families affected by this devastating loss, and efforts are being made to raise awareness about railroad safety to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Tanasia Kenney, a national Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta, covered this heartbreaking news and provided details about the victims and the circumstances surrounding the accident..

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