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ATV driver dies in crash with Atlanta fire engine

The man died after crashing head-on with the engine that was responding to a call

By FireRescue1 Staff

ATLANTA — An ATV driver was killed after crashing into an Atlanta fire engine responding to a call.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene after the head-on crash on Tuesday night, according to WSB-TV. Firefighters from the engine rendered aid but were unable to resuscitate him.

Officials said they believe the ATV driver was not wearing a helmet at the time of the incident.

The crash reportedly occurred when the driver of the four-wheeler attempted to pass a car in front of him.