PERRY, Ga. — Former Perry Mayor Jimmy Faircloth died in a motorcycle accident on Tuesday afternoon in Twiggs County.
According to the Georgia State Patrol, the incident occurred around 4 p.m. on SR 96. Faircloth was riding eastbound when traffic abruptly slowed.
GSP reported that Faircloth applied the brakes but lost control of the motorcycle, resulting in him being thrown from the vehicle. He was airlifted to Atrium Health Navicent in Macon, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The identity of the victim has been confirmed as Faircloth, who served as mayor for nine and a half years before resigning in May 2019 to focus on his job at Central Georgia Technical College.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident. No additional injuries were reported.
The City of Perry expressed condolences, stating: “Mayor Faircloth was a champion for Perry’s continued success in community and economic development…his contributions to this community will always be remembered.”
As the community mourns, local leaders are remembering Faircloth’s dedication and service.