DeKalb County

69-year-old man hit, killed while trying to cross DeKalb County street, police searching for suspect

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb County police are investigating after a 69-year-old man was hit and killed by a car while trying to cross the street late Friday night.

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According to police, they responded to Memorial Drive after reports of a person down. Officers found the victim laying dead on the edge of the roadway with injuries from being hit by a car.

During the initial investigation, police learned the victim was likely attempting to cross the street when he was hit.

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The car involved in the deadly incident fled the scene.

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with any information is asked to contact DeKalb County police.

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