George Elbert King, a 72-year-old from Abingdon, Virginia, died following a skid steer accident on a farm in Elberton, Elbert County, Georgia.
Incident Timeline
The accident occurred just before 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at a property on Calhoun Falls Road. King received on-site treatment from responders before transport to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to injuries the next day, Wednesday.
Investigation Status
Elbert County Coroner Chuck Almond identified King and offered condolences to his family and friends. The Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and coroner’s office continue investigating the circumstances, with no further details released.
