A 23-year-old man died steps from his home on Buford Highway after being struck by a vehicle on Aug. 8.
The incident occurred at 3397 Buford Highway near the intersection of Briarwood Road. The driver of a silver Lexus linked to the incident fled the area.
Angel Jose Cotom, 23, was “beyond lifesaving measures” when police arrived at the scene so CPR was not administered, according to the Brookhaven Police report.
Brookhaven Police Chief Brandon Gurley has not responded to a request for more information.
The department recently began charging $5 per incident report, which must be requested through an Open Records Request.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
