Toombs County, GA (May 11, 2026) – A 17-year-old boy died, and another teen was critically injured after two off-road motorcycles collided on Sunday evening, May 10, on a dirt road in Toombs County.
According to officials, Toombs 911 Dispatch received reports of the crash at approximately 5:02 p.m. on I D Galbreath Road. Investigators said two off-road motorcycles, operated by 18-year-old Les Sturgis of Uvalda and 17-year-old Brody Hutto of Vidalia, collided while traveling on the dirt roadway.
Deputies arrived at the scene and began life-saving efforts on both riders before emergency medical personnel took over treatment. Authorities said Sturgis was transported by ambulance to a designated landing zone, where he was transferred to an Air Evac helicopter in critical condition and flown to Savannah for further care. Hutto suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Due to the fatal nature of the crash, the investigation was turned over to the Georgia State Patrol Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team; additional details about what led to the collision have not yet been released.
Our sincere condolences go out to the family and loved ones of Brody Hutto, and we are thinking of the injured teen as he receives medical care.
Why Off-Road Motorcycle Crashes Can Be Especially Dangerous
Off-road motorcycle crashes can result in severe injuries because riders have little protection during impact and are often traveling on uneven terrain. Dirt roads may contain loose gravel, ruts, dust, or limited visibility, all of which can increase the risk of collisions.
When two motorcycles collide head-on or side-by-side, the force of impact can eject riders from their bikes and lead to serious trauma. Rural areas may also require air medical transport due to distance from trauma centers or the severity of injuries involved. Emergency responders typically focus on stabilizing riders quickly because head, chest, and internal injuries are common in off-road crashes. Reconstruction teams often examine tire marks, vehicle positioning, and visibility conditions to determine how the collision occurred.
