How did Rob Muth die during the Cumming Christmas parade?

Rob Muth tragically died after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic for the parade.

What was Rob Muth's background before volunteering?

Rob Muth was a retired sergeant with 21 years of service at the Boca Raton Police Department.

What is the status of the investigation into the incident?

Cumming police are investigating the crash, and charges are expected to be filed against the driver who remained at the scene.

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Heroic Volunteer Dies Directing Traffic at Parade

14 Dec

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Summary

Volunteer directing traffic for parade was fatally struck by a vehicle.
He was a retired sergeant with 21 years of service in Boca Raton.
The community mourns a dedicated volunteer who served for many years.

Heroic Volunteer Dies Directing Traffic at Parade

A tragic incident occurred during the Cumming Christmas parade when a volunteer directing traffic was fatally struck by a vehicle on Saturday night. The victim, identified as Rob Muth, was stationed at the intersection of Castleberry Road and Buford Dam Road. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by fellow volunteers and deputies, Muth passed away surrounded by family on Sunday morning at North Fulton Hospital.

Muth was a respected figure, having served 21 years as a sergeant with the Boca Raton Police Department before his retirement. He continued his service as a volunteer with the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, contributing to various divisions including Judicial Operations, Citizens Helping in Policing (CHIPs), and Criminal Investigations since January 2022.