One killed in Terrell County Polaris crash, coroner confirms 53-year-old victim

Published on: 07/06/2026

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TERRELL COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) - One person is dead following a Polaris accident in Terrell County, according to officials.

Deputies say the crash involved a single occupant in the utility terrain vehicle. No other injuries were reported.

Terrell County Coroner Martavius Marcus identified the victim as Dr. Theodore Rothman, 53.

Authorities said the incident remains under investigation.

No additional details have been released at this time.

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