Crime & Safety

Acworth Woman Killed In Single Vehicle Accident

Ann Marie Ballew died Monday afternoon after her truck ran off the road near East Paulding Drive and Reece Road.

DALLAS, GA β€” A 3o-year-old Acworth woman was killed Monday afternoon after her 2004 Chevrolet Silverado was found on the side of the road at about 5:30 p.m., according to Georgia State Patrol (GSP). Ann Marie Ballew was the driver and only occupant, GSP added.

Ballew ran off the roadway while negotiating a curve and lost control near East Paulding Drive and Reece Road. A trooper at the scene believes Ballew may have been texting before the accident, GSP added.

The accident is still under investigation.

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