Former Cobb deputy killed in Murray County floodwaters

A former Cobb County sheriff’s deputy was killed after being swept away by floodwaters near Old CCC Camp Road in Murray County.

What happened

Floodwaters carried the former deputy away near Old CCC Camp Road, resulting in the person’s death. The incident occurred in Murray County, in northwest Georgia.

What is known

The person was identified as a former Cobb County sheriff’s deputy. The information released about the incident does not include the deputy’s name, age or current agency affiliation.

The incident is a public-safety matter involving floodwater conditions near Old CCC Camp Road. Flooding can quickly change roadway conditions and create risks for people who are near or attempting to cross moving water.

Local context

Cobb County and Murray County are separate Georgia counties. The former deputy’s connection to Cobb County is through prior service with the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, while the fatal incident occurred near Old CCC Camp Road in Murray County.

What remains to be confirmed

Details about when the deputy was swept away, the circumstances leading to the incident and any official response have not been established here. Any later statement from the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office, Murray County authorities or emergency officials would clarify those points.