In a disturbing incident at a Marietta apartment complex on Roswell Road, three people were injured when they were allegedly intentionally struck by a vehicle. According to the Marietta Daily Journal, 40-year-old Doretha Hunt of Kennesaw is accused of deliberately driving her vehicle into the victims' legs before reversing to strike them again. Following the incident, Hunt was arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault by local authorities. While specific details about the victims' conditions have not been released, the incident prompted an immediate law enforcement response and investigation. The Marietta Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the alleged attack, which has raised serious concerns about residential safety in the area.

Location and Infrastructure

The incident occurred along Roswell Road, one of Marietta's major thoroughfares that connects the city to neighboring communities. This area features multiple apartment complexes and residential developments, with regular pedestrian traffic throughout the day. The section of Roswell Road where the incident took place is characterized by multiple entry and exit points serving residential complexes, creating numerous intersection points between vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The road typically experiences moderate to heavy traffic flow, particularly during peak commuting hours, and features standard traffic control measures including marked crosswalks and speed limit signs to protect pedestrian safety.

Legal Rights and Considerations

Under Georgia law, aggravated assault with a vehicle is considered a serious felony offense, potentially carrying significant penalties including imprisonment. Victims of intentional vehicular attacks may have multiple avenues for pursuing compensation, including criminal restitution and civil litigation. Georgia's two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims applies in such cases, though criminal proceedings may follow a different timeline. Victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Insurance considerations can be complex in intentional act cases, as standard auto insurance policies typically exclude coverage for intentional criminal acts, potentially necessitating claims against the perpetrator's personal assets or other insurance policies. An experienced Marietta personal injury lawyer will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

Related Resources

Emergency Services:

• Marietta Police Department: (770) 794-5300
• WellStar Kennestone Hospital Emergency Department: (770) 793-5000
• Cobb County Emergency Services: 911

Traffic Safety Resources:

• Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety
• Cobb County Department of Transportation
• Marietta Traffic Management Division

Victim Support Services:

• Cobb County Victim Witness Assistance Program: (770) 528-3047
• Crime Victims Advocacy Council
• Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program

Legal Resources:

• Georgia Code Title 40 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic)
• Georgia Victims' Bill of Rights
• Cobb County Legal Aid