A head-on collision on Hickory Grove Road in Cobb County resulted in the death of 40-year-old Christopher Johnston from Acworth and left the Ford Transit driver injured. The incident occurred on January 22, 2025, at around 3:05 p. m. , just east of the intersection with Carina Drive. According to the Cobb County Police Department, Johnston was driving a silver 2021 BMW M3 when he veered into oncoming traffic, colliding with a white 2019 Ford Transit.

Both vehicles came to a stop in the westbound lane, prompting emergency services to transport the drivers to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Johnston succumbed to life-threatening injuries at the hospital, while the Ford Transit driver is expected to recover from non-life-threatening injuries. The police are conducting a thorough investigation and are encouraging witnesses to come forward with any pertinent information related to the crash. They have provided a contact number for the Special Operations, Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S. T.

E. P. ) Unit for those who might have details to share. This tragic incident highlights the ongoing need for road safety and vigilance among drivers.