The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal single vehicle traffic accident that occurred at around 11:45 p.m., Sunday. The incident occurred on Interstate 75 (northbound) near Bass Road.

It was reported that a 2005 Chevrolet Impala left the roadway and struck a tree. The driver was ejected from the vehicle.

The driver, 26-year-old Sanchez Allen, of Utah, was transported to the Navicent by ambulance where he was later pronounced dead.  According to the Coroner’s Office, the next of kin has been notified. This accident is under investigation.

Anyone with any information in reference to this accident is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500.