Harrison Deal Crash Timeline: from the December 2020 Wreck to Chatham County Court
By Elena Rostova
Because Deal was dating Governor Kemp’s daughter and working on a contested Senate runoff, internet speculation erupted within hours of the crash. Political commentators and fringe forums circulated unfounded theories about sabotage and intentional explosions. State officials acted quickly to document the scene with scientific precision.
The Georgia State Patrol Specialized Collision Reconstruction Team (SCRT) took over the primary investigation. Troopers mapped skid paths, reviewed engine control module (ECM) data, and pulled electronic logging device (ELD) telematics from the trucks involved. Physical evidence showed skid marks and metal-on-metal friction patterns consistent with a high-momentum rear-end collision.
The final accident reconstruction report concluded that speed, trailing distance, and inattention caused the crash. The fire resulted from the violent rupture of the Volkswagen's fuel tank against the flatbed's steel undercarriage during the crushing impact. The GSP publicly and conclusively dismissed claims of intentional tampering, explosive devices, or targeted interference.
Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.
