What happened to Deputy Joe Crumpton of Spalding County?

Deputy Joe Crumpton experienced a medical emergency while driving, which led to a crash and his subsequent death.

When did the incident involving Deputy Crumpton occur?

The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, just before 5:15 p.m.

Did Deputy Crumpton serve in the military?

Yes, Deputy Joe Crumpton and his wife Rose are both U.S. Army veterans.

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Spalding Deputy Dies After Medical Emergency Leads to Crash

12 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Deputy Joe Crumpton, 62, died following a medical emergency.
His vehicle left the roadway after experiencing the medical event.
Crumpton served with the Spalding County Sheriff's Office since May 2023.

Spalding Deputy Dies After Medical Emergency Leads to Crash

A Spalding County deputy, Joe Crumpton, 62, died following a medical emergency that resulted in a vehicle crash Tuesday evening. Reports indicate Crumpton experienced a medical event while driving, causing his vehicle to leave the roadway. The incident occurred without any police pursuit.

Emergency responders attempted CPR and defibrillation at the scene and en route to Fayette Piedmont Hospital, but life-saving efforts over an hour were unsuccessful. The Spalding County Sheriff's Office is awaiting the GBI Crime Lab's findings to determine the exact cause of death.

Deputy Crumpton had been with the Sheriff's Office since May 2023 and was assigned to the Detention Division. He was a U.S. Army veteran, as was his wife. Funeral service details are forthcoming, and the Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude for community support.