A tragic accident at an oil mill in middle Georgia claimed the life of a 70-year-old man, prompting an investigation by state authorities. In an incident that occurred on Wednesday morning, Milton Mullis was struck by a massive piece of equipment while on duty at Cochran Oil Mill and Ginnery in Bleckley County, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. The nature of the machine involved in the incident has not been disclosed, and the inquiry into Mullis's death remains active.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has taken the lead on the case following a request from the Cochran Police Department. Details remain sparse, but the GBI has made a public appeal for witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward. Individuals who can help with the ongoing investigation are encouraged to reach out to the GBI regional investigative office in Eastman by dialing (478) 374-6988. Additionally, the GBI tip line is available at 1-800-597-8477, and tips can be submitted online through their website or via the See Something, Send Something mobile app, according to information obtained from WSB-TV.
At this juncture, the cause of Mullis's fatal incident has not been publicly addressed. The GBI's investigation will be critical in painting a clearer picture of the events that unfolded leading to the tragedy. Once the state's probe concludes, the case will be handed over to the Oconee Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office for a thorough review to determine the next steps.
