Crime & Safety
Man Dead After Hit And Run On Stone Mountain Highway: Police
A Lawrenceville man died from his injuries Saturday after a driver hit him and fled from the scene.
LAWRENCEVILLE — A Lawrenceville man died from his injuries after a motorcycle crash Saturday on Stone Mountain Highway, according to Gwinnett police.
The accident took place Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. Michael Turner, 27, was driving on Stone Mountain Highway when a large dark colored SUV made a U-turn in front of him at the intersection of Parkwood Road, according to a news release. Turner attempted to avoid the collision, but lost control and hit a tree. The SUV driver got out of the vehicle and approached the scene before driving off.
Police described the SUV driver as a light skinned Black male, with short hair between the ages of 30-40 years old. He’s around 5’10 feet tall, weighing 170-190 lbs.
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The investigation is on-going. Anyone with information can (678) 442-5653. To remain anonymous, people can call Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477).
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