Young Black Firefighter Sadly Dies After Firetruck Overturns While Responding to an Emergency Call

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Conyers, Georgia
intersection of Eastview Road and Sigman Road
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Incident type
Crash, Fire

Summary

Car Crash Conyers Georgia in Conyers, Georgia: A 26‑year‑old firefighter, Juan Antonia Smith II of Rockdale County Fire Rescue, died after the department’s firetruck overturned while responding to a structure fire in Conyers, Georgia. The truck was making a left turn at Eastview Road and Sigman Road when it flipped onto its passenger side, throwing Smith out of the vehicle. He died on scene before emergency crews could provide further assistance. Authorities are continuing an investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Juan Antonia Smith II Driver Fatal

Original reporting

Young Black Firefighter Sadly Dies After Firetruck Overturns While Responding to an Emergency Call

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