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Dahlonega man dies in single-vehicle wreck in Hall County

LUMPKIN COUNTY, Ga. – A 36-year-old Dahlonega man died Sunday morning from injuries sustained in a single-vehicle wreck in northern Hall County, according to the Georgia State Patrol.

Johnathan Blackwell was driving a 1992 Ford F-150 southbound on Thompson Bridge Road near Timbercreek Trail at approximately 8:30 a.m. when the vehicle crossed the centerline and left the roadway, GSP reported.

The truck struck multiple trees. Blackwell was the only occupant and was transported for treatment of serious injuries.

He was pronounced dead shortly after 9:30 a.m. Sunday.

No additional details about the wreck were provided.

Emma Dunn

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