Fatal Crash in Jeff Davis County Claims Lives of James Griffin and Chandra Rahming
On March 5, 2025, a devastating crash in Jeff Davis County, Georgia, claimed the lives of two individuals following a collision between a Volvo tractor-trailer and a Freightliner dump truck. The incident occurred on GA-19 at its intersection with Ira Graham Road, where the Georgia State Patrol (GSP) reports that the Volvo, driven by 52-year-old Chandra Rahming of Douglas, failed to stop at a designated stop sign. The vehicle then struck the left driver’s side of the Freightliner, operated by 61-year-old James Griffin of Appling County. Rahming was pronounced dead at the scene, while Griffin, who sustained serious injuries, was transported to Jeff Davis Hospital, where he later passed away. Authorities have noted that the investigation into this tragic event remains active as they seek to determine the full circumstances surrounding the crash.
The loss of James Griffin and Chandra Rahming has left their respective communities in mourning and serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly at intersections where compliance with traffic signals is paramount. As the GSP continues its inquiry, this incident highlights the profound consequences that can arise from a single moment on the roadways, affecting families and residents across Jeff Davis County and beyond.
