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ATHENS-On Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 6:30 pm, Athens Police Department Officers responded to the intersection of US 72 and Hine Street. It had been reported that a West bound vehicle struck a male crossing the road. The man suffered life threatening injuries and was transported by ambulance. He did not survive his injuries. The name of the victim in this accident was Erskin Dewayne Jacobs, 59, of Athens.
The vehicle fled the scene West bound on US 72. It has been described as a tan/beige Honda CRV. It will have damage to the front and driver side rear view mirror area. If anyone spots this vehicle, please contact Detective Sergeant Kelly Fussell at 256.233.8718.
Media Release/Brett M. Constable
Captain
Athens Police Department
