Sam Dees III Obituary, MARTINEZ, Ga. — Sam Dees III, 64, of Martinez, Georgia, has died from injuries sustained in a collision involving the electric bicycle he was riding and a vehicle, according to Columbia County Sheriff’s Office Maj. Andy Shedd.
The collision occurred Tuesday at approximately 7:16 p.m. at Washington Road and Hightower Drive in Martinez. Deputies with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene following a reported collision involving a Toyota Camry and an electric bicycle.
According to authorities, Dees was found lying in the roadway after the crash. He was identified as the bicyclist involved in the collision.
Dees died two days after the crash as a result of the injuries he sustained in the incident. The available information did not provide additional details regarding the extent of his injuries or the medical treatment he received following the collision.
The crash remains a significant loss for Dees’ family and those who knew him in the Martinez community. His death underscores the serious consequences that can follow roadway collisions involving cyclists and motor vehicles.
Authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances surrounding the collision beyond the confirmed details provided by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. Information concerning the driver of the Toyota Camry and any further investigative findings was not included in the available report.
As the investigation continues, further details may be released by authorities regarding the collision and its circumstances. The community extends its condolences to the family and loved ones of Sam Dees III as they mourn his passing.
