GA Deputy’s Wife and Two Children Killed in Horrific Wreck

Deputy Patrick Holtzclaw’s wife Avonlea and two young children, ages 5 and 6, were killed, as were the driver and passenger of the Corvette.

by Staff

July 19, 2023

GA Deputy’s Wife and Two Children Killed in Horrific Wreck

Hall County, GA, Sheriff's Deputy Patrick Holtzclaw lost his wife and two children in a wreck Sunday. Photo shows his wife Avonlea and their two children Colt and Maddie Kate.

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Hall County SO

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The wife and two children of a Hall County (GA) Sheriff’s deputy were killed Sunday afternoon in a wreck on Highway 365.

Deputy Patrick Holtzclaw’s family was T-boned by a Corvette traveling more than 150 mph at an intersection. Both vehicles burst into flames.

Deputy Holtzclaw’s wife Avonlea and two young children, ages 5 and 6, were killed, as were the driver and passenger of the Corvette.

Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch issued a statement on Monday, pledging his support to Deputy Holtzclaw in the coming days, weeks, and months, NowHabersham reports.

A fundraiser has been established with the approval of the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. Donations can be made at https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/1uwy4p6xij4n. All funds will go to Deputy Holtzclaw, the Georgia Law Enforcement Organization says on Facebook.

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