Cobb County is reeling after a tragic hit-and-run left a motorcyclist dead and a bicyclist seriously injured, with police on the hunt for the unidentified driver responsible. The chaos unfolded on Veterans Memorial Highway on Tuesday evening when Melissa Winslow, trying to cross the busy road, was struck by a westbound black SUV that fled the scene, as per FOX 5 Atlanta report.
The impact launched Winslow from her bicycle and the bike ended up under the vehicle before being tossed into the turn lane Christopher Johnson, 38, riding his silver 2008 Harley-Davidson eastbound, hit the bicycle wreckage subsequently lost control of his motorcycle, which then crashed into a curb ejecting him onto the pavement, according to details obtained by WSB-TV. Johnson tragically died at the scene, while the injured Winslow was rushed to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital with serious injuries.
Authorities have not specified the make or model of the SUV involved in the incident, but they're urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to apprehension of the driver. Witnesses or anyone with knowledge of the incident are strongly encouraged to contact the Cobb County Police Department at 770-499-3987, as the community seeks answers and justice in this wrenching case.
The county's police department is fervently seeking the public's assistance to locate the black SUV that left sorrow in its wake, and the elusive driver behind its wheel. Anyone with information is urged to step forward and aid in delivering closure to a community shaken by this sudden loss and the stark reminder of vulnerability on the streets we traverse.
