Drowning Victim Identified

Chief Deputy Barry White tells CCHT that Mr. Brad Toney, 66 is the victim in yesterdays drowning that occurred on County Road 250. Chief White says all family has been notified and an autopsy will be performed to determine the exact cause of death.

Toney’s body was recovered from a creek yesterday afternoon after family members promoted a welfare check at his residence.

Clarke County Sheriff Deputies responded and found the body laying in a creek shortly thereafter.

The Clarke County Coroners Office responded to the scene and is assisting with the death investigation.

Will post further as it becomes available