10-year-old killed in Rockdale hit-and-run, authorities searching for suspect

ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. - The Rockdale County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday police are working to identify a suspect in a hit-and-run that killed a 10-year-old riding on their bike.

Police said the preliminary investigation shows the 10-year-old victim was riding his bicycle west on Ebenezer Road when he was struck from behind by a car. Police said the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Monday.

Police described the suspect's vehicle as a light-colored, possibly silver, 2006-2011 Toyota Camry or 2006-2008 Toyota Solara.

Police said the car likely has front-end damage and is missing the front grille emblem. Police said there is possibly additional damage to the front bumper. 

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Police said the driver fled, last seen heading toward Johnson Road. 

Police said the investigation is ongoing. Information can be reported by contacting the sheriff's office at 770-278-8000.

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