A 72-year-old man from Abingdon, Virginia, named George Elbert King, died in a farming accident involving a skid steer on January 13, 2026, in Elbert County, Georgia, near Calhoun Falls in Elberton. He was transported by Elbert County EMS to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries on January 14.
Incident Details
The accident occurred around 4:24 PM on January 13 at a Calhoun Falls address. No further specifics on the skid steer mishap have been released pending investigation.
Ongoing Investigation
The Elbert County Coroner’s Office and Sheriff’s Office continue to probe the fatality. Updates may follow as authorities determine the exact cause.
