Accident on Moreland Ave (Clayton Co.)

On August 11, 2025, a minor traffic collision occurred on Moreland Avenue near Old Toney Rd in Clayton County, Georgia, involving Juanita Flint Smith, 74, driving a 2009 Honda Accord, and Natasha Jessup, 29, driving a 2025 Kia Telluride.

Both vehicles were traveling southbound when Smith’s lane ended, and she failed to yield while merging, striking the rear bumper of Jessup’s vehicle with her front bumper. Smith claimed a truck prevented her from merging safely, causing her to speed up and collide with Jessup’s car. Jessup reported being struck from behind. The crash resulted in minor vehicle damage and one reported injury, though no EMS transport details were provided. Smith was cited for following too closely under O.C.G.A. §40-6-49. Both drivers exchanged accident information at the scene.

The incident, reported by Officer Thomas of the Georgia State Patrol, occurred at 4:51 PM under clear weather and road conditions, with no additional contributing factors noted.