Two dead after fiery crash in Thomas County


Thomas County deputies are working to identify two people found dead following a fiery crash.

On Monday around 8:50 a.m., deputies discovered their bodies inside a burning car on U.S. 319 near Merrillville Road.

No identification was located on the victims. The car is believed to be a red Model 3 Tesla with a drive-out tag.

The sheriff believes the crash was triggered the car’s battery leading to the fire.

The sheriff is communicating with other counties to confirm their identities.

Anyone with any information is asked to call the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office at 229-225-3300 or Georgia State Patrol at 229-931-7000.

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