State Troopers from the Washington Post of the Georgia State Patrol investigated 13 traffic crashes during the month of May in Wilkes County.

Sergeant First Class Andrews said the traffic crashes resulted in 14 injuries and one traffic death.

SFC Andrews said troopers from Post 17 also issued 158 traffic citations in the county during the month. The total includes four arrests for driving under the influence; 59 citations for speeding; 31 seat belt violations; and 10 child restraint violations. Troopers also issued 162 warnings.