HEPHZIBAH, Richmond County, Ga., Oct. 19, 2026 — A Hephzibah woman has died following a crash at Keysville Road and Farmers Bridge Road, according to the Richmond County Coroner's Office. She was pronounced dead Monday morning, October 19, at a hospital in Augusta.
The Richmond County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Jackie Lynn Norris, 57, of Hephzibah. Coroner Mark Bowen said his office was called to Wellstar MCG on Monday morning for a death related to the crash.
Norris was taken from the crash scene by EMS to Wellstar MCG, where she was pronounced dead at 6:25 a.m., Bowen said. Details on how the crash happened, including what else was involved, have not been released.
An autopsy has been scheduled, the coroner's office said. The crash remains under investigation, and no further information has been made public.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should families do after a fatal crash?
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