Man charged in connection to deadly hit-and-run involving a teen

Police have identified and charged the man suspected of hitting and killing a juvenile in Clayton County.

According to investigators, the victim was hit near Walker Road at East Fayetteville Road in Riverdale around 7:37 p.m. on February 15. Authorities later learned the vehicle which struck the juvenile fled the scene.

On February 16, the victim died as a result of his injuries, officials said.

Police later found the vehicle in question and identified the suspect as Gary Freeman.

Gary Freeman is charged with vehicular homicide, hit-and-run, and driving while suspended. (Clayton County Police Department)

Freeman is being charged with vehicular homicide, hit-and-run, and driving while suspended.

An investigation continues.  

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