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Two injured in Columbus car crash on Buena Vista Road, coroner says

Editor’s Note: Initial reports indicated one person involved in this crash died, but Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan says she was revived at the scene and is being treated. This article has been updated to reflect the most current information.

A woman and baby were injured in a Tuesday night car crash on Buena Vista Road between Lake Rushin Drive and Floyd Road, authorities say.

The incident, which involved an 18-wheeler truck, occurred near the former Walmart building around 11:25 p.m.

Initial reports indicated the woman died of her injuries, but she was revived at the scene, Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan said Wednesday. The woman and infant are being treated at a local hospital, he said.

Columbus police are investigating the crash.

This story was originally published May 26, 2021 at 9:45 AM.

Sydney Sims
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
Sydney Sims is the breaking news reporter at the Ledger-Enquirer. She covers local crime news and the latest city news. Before joining the LE, she worked for The Auburn Villager in Auburn, Ala. covering local government and city events. She is a graduate of Auburn University in Auburn, Ala. and is from Atlanta, Ga.
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