The Georgia State Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that left one person dead in McDuffie County.

Troopers say the two vehicle crash happened at Mile Marker 1 on Wrens Highway.

The investigation determined that a Grey Kia Sorento driven by 21 year old Cassandra Smith was traveling south in the northbound lanes.

Officials say her car then struck a blue Chevrolet Silverado driven by 66 year old Johnny Atkinson head-on.

Investigators say the passenger in the truck, 64 year old Carol Atkinson was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Officials say Cassandra Smith is facing charges of DUI and Homicide by vehicle in the 1st degree.