North Charleston police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run collision that took place on Friday night at the intersection of Remount Road and Corner Avenue.
A male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle shortly after 8:30pm. The driver fled the scene without stopping to render aid or identify themselves to authorities.
The victim was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries on Saturday morning. The Charleston County Coroner’s Office is now assisting in the investigation.
The identity of the deceased victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. North Charleston police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who has information about the suspect vehicle to contact investigators at 843-607-2076.
Authorities remind drivers of their legal obligation to stop, provide aid, and identify themselves after an accident. The fatal hit-and-run remains under active investigation by North Charleston police.
The Hartman Law Firm, LLC is very sorry to the family’s loved ones who are having to go through this challenging time. If you been injured in a car accident or your loved one has suffered a wrongful death, please call for a free 20-minute consultation with Charleston Personal Injury Attorney Frank Hartman.
North Charleston Hit and Run Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian accident can have serious consequences because the human body is so small and fragile compared with a motor vehicle. When that accident is a hit-and-run, the damage can be even more significant, because the victim may not get prompt medical care. Here are answers to some common questions about pedestrian hit-and-run accidents.
Can I Collect Damages if I’ve Been Hit by a Car?
If a driver is negligent and that negligence results in injury to a pedestrian, the pedestrian is typically entitled to compensation. When the crash was a hit-and-run, collecting damages can be more complicated. If the hit-and-run driver is identified, they can be held liable–but that doesn’t always happen. You may still have options, though, so it’s to your benefit to talk to a Charleston pedestrian accident lawyer.
Is Hit-and-Run a Crime in South Carolina?
Hit-and-run (officially called “leaving the scene of an accident”) is a crime in South Carolina. If the driver who hit you is charged with leaving the scene of an accident, the court may order them to pay restitution. However, court-ordered restititution in a criminal case is more limited than the damages you might receive in a personal injury case and may be harder to collect. So, it’s a good idea to talk to a local pedestrian accident attorney even if the prosecution has said they will ask for restitution.