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Gwinnett Authorities seek information in fatal hit-and-run

By Lawson Smith Anchor/Reporter

The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking the public for information in a hit-and-run collision that killed a pedestrian.

 Mecha Woodard, 24, of Sandy Springs was walking  between State Route 316 and the entrance ramp from Boggs Rd. at 4 a.m. on Sept. 27 when she was struck by an unknown vehicle. 

Investigators were able to collect vehicle parts from the scene that indicated the suspect vehicle is likely a 2019-2022 Lexus RX350 or Lexus RX 450. The vehicle also suffered damage to  the front passenger-side bumper and headlight, according to a release from the department.   

Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact GCPD detectives at 678.442.5653.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.  Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. 

 
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