Columbus, GA (December 15, 2025) – A man was fatally injured late on December 13 after being struck by a vehicle on County Line Road, just off Manchester Expressway, according to the Muscogee County Coroner’s Office.
Officers with the Columbus Police Department responded to the scene around 8:09 p.m. Jonathan Demetrius Powell, a 48-year-old male, was the pedestrian who died after being taken to a local hospital. He was officially pronounced dead at 8:48 p.m.
Coroner Buddy Bryan confirmed that Powell’s body will be sent to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation’s medical examiner’s office in Decatur for an autopsy.
The CPD Motor Squad is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash. Authorities have not released details about the vehicle involved or whether any charges are being considered.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Mr. Powell.
Pedestrian Fatalities in Columbus
Pedestrian deaths remain a growing concern in cities like Columbus, where busy roadways like County Line Road and Manchester Expressway pose serious risks to those traveling on foot. These multi-lane roads are often filled with fast-moving traffic and can be especially dangerous during low-light conditions, such as early morning or evening hours. In many cases, drivers fail to see pedestrians in time to stop, and the consequences are devastating.
When someone is struck by a vehicle, they have no protection from the impact. Unlike drivers who are shielded by a vehicle frame and airbags, pedestrians face the full force of the collision. This often results in traumatic head injuries, broken bones, internal bleeding, or worse. Many pedestrian crashes are fatal, and surviving families are left with overwhelming grief and difficult questions about what went wrong.
If a driver is found to have acted negligently—whether due to speeding, distraction, impaired driving, or failure to yield—the victim’s family may have legal grounds to file a wrongful death claim. These claims are designed to provide financial relief by covering funeral and burial costs, medical expenses, loss of income, and emotional distress. More importantly, they offer families a way to hold the responsible party accountable.
Establishing liability in a fatal pedestrian crash often requires a thorough investigation, including the review of dashcam or traffic camera footage, police reports, vehicle data, and eyewitness accounts. These pieces of evidence are essential in determining the cause of the crash and what legal steps can be taken next.
If you’ve lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, a skilled wrongful death attorney can help guide your family through this difficult time and explain your legal options. Our team at Karma Injury Law is here to support families across Georgia. Call us at (678) 607-8312 today for a free, confidential consultation.
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