{"id":32432,"date":"2025-11-11T02:19:10","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T02:19:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=32432"},"modified":"2025-11-11T02:19:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T02:19:10","slug":"sotd-9-injured-including-newborn-child-in-ambulance-rollover-crash-see-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=32432","title":{"rendered":"SOTD! 9 injured, including newborn child, in ambulance rollover crash! See more"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Authorities in Dougherty County, Georgia, are investigating a serious ambulance rollover crash that left nine people injured \u2014 including a newborn baby \u2014 early Saturday morning. The collision, which involved three vehicles, occurred around 7 a.m. at the busy intersection of Pine Avenue and Monroe Street in Albany.<\/p><div class=\"irjiy69ff08ffef41f\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.irjiy69ff08ffef41f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.irjiy69ff08ffef41f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.irjiy69ff08ffef41f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.irjiy69ff08ffef41f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.irjiy69ff08ffef41f {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>According to Georgia State Patrol (GSP), a Dougherty County EMS ambulance carrying three emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and two patients \u2014 one of them the newborn \u2014 was traveling on Monroe Street when it collided with a 2017 Ford pickup truck. The impact caused the ambulance to overturn, striking a 2023 Buick Encore that happened to be crossing the intersection at the time.<\/p>\n<p>Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with sirens wailing, debris scattered across the roadway, and first responders immediately rushing to help their own. \u201cIt was surreal,\u201d one bystander said. \u201cThe people who usually save lives suddenly needed saving themselves.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Emergency crews from multiple agencies \u2014 including Albany Police, Dougherty County EMS, and the Fire Department \u2014 arrived within minutes. All nine occupants from the three vehicles were transported to Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital for evaluation. Officials confirmed that all sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were listed in stable condition later that morning.<\/p>\n<p>James Gibney, Director of Dougherty County EMS, issued a statement expressing relief that the crash had not turned fatal. \u201cThe safety of our patients, crews, and community remains our highest priority,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are grateful that no serious injuries occurred and deeply appreciate the swift response and teamwork of everyone involved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>GSP troopers began their investigation shortly after 7:25 a.m., analyzing skid marks, vehicle positioning, and witness accounts to determine the cause of the collision. While the exact circumstances remain under review, preliminary reports indicate that the ambulance had its emergency lights activated as it approached the intersection. Whether the other vehicles failed to yield or whether visibility or timing played a role has not yet been confirmed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"google-auto-placed ap_container\">\n<p>The overturned ambulance prompted immediate emergency protocols. Nearby units were redirected to assist, and the remaining patients under Dougherty County EMS care were reassigned to other ambulances to prevent disruptions in medical coverage across the region. Traffic in the area was rerouted for several hours as cleanup crews worked to remove the damaged vehicles and clear debris.<\/p>\n<p>Hospital staff at Phoebe Main praised the EMS responders for maintaining professionalism even under distress. \u201cThey were shaken but calm,\u201d one nurse said. \u201cYou could tell they were trained to care for others \u2014 even when they were the ones in pain.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The newborn patient, who was en route to medical care when the crash occurred, was quickly examined upon arrival at the hospital. Doctors confirmed that the infant was stable and under observation as a precaution. The child\u2019s parents, though distraught, expressed gratitude for the quick actions of first responders.<\/p>\n<p>Albany Police urged drivers to use extra caution near intersections where emergency vehicles are active. \u201cWhen you see flashing lights or hear sirens, pull over immediately,\u201d a spokesperson emphasized. \u201cSeconds of hesitation can cause life-threatening consequences \u2014 for you, for responders, and for those already in need of help.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As of late Saturday, investigators had not released the names of those involved. Both the Ford pickup and Buick drivers were cooperating with authorities. Dashcam footage from nearby businesses is being reviewed to piece together the sequence of events leading up to the crash.<\/p>\n<p>For the tight-knit EMS community, the incident served as a sobering reminder of the dangers first responders face daily. \u201cWe\u2019re out there trying to save lives, but one wrong move \u2014 even at low speed \u2014 can change everything,\u201d an EMT from a neighboring county shared. \u201cYou never expect the ambulance itself to become the emergency.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Local residents have since flooded Dougherty County EMS\u2019s social media pages with messages of support and gratitude, thanking the paramedics for their continued service. Many also called for improved safety measures at intersections, including better light synchronization and additional signage warning of emergency traffic routes.<\/p>\n<p>Officials confirmed that all EMS personnel involved would receive follow-up medical assessments and counseling to address the trauma of the crash. Repairs and replacements for the damaged ambulance are already underway, though the unit will remain out of service until the investigation concludes.<\/p>\n<p>The Georgia State Patrol stated it would release a full report once forensic analysis and witness interviews are complete. \u201cOur goal,\u201d a GSP representative said, \u201cis to understand how this happened so we can prevent it from happening again.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For now, what could have been a catastrophic tragedy ended with relief and reflection. Nine people \u2014 including a newborn child and the responders sworn to protect them \u2014 walked away from the wreck alive. And for Dougherty County, that\u2019s reason enough to be grateful.<\/p>\n<p>Interesting<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Authorities in Dougherty County, Georgia, are investigating a serious ambulance rollover crash that left nine people injured \u2014 including a newborn baby \u2014 early Saturday morning. The collision, which involved three vehicles, occurred around 7 a.m. at the busy intersection of Pine Avenue and Monroe Street in Albany. 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