Pedestrian killed in collision with alleged hit-and-run driver Molly McCall on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs, Georgia

Fatal Hit-and-Run at Sandy Springs Apartment Complex Claims Pedestrian's Life, Driver Charged with DUI

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision at the entrance of Edgewater Apartments in Sandy Springs on Friday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 5:43 p.m. at 7600 Roswell Road. Sandy Springs Police Department officers responded to the scene, where they found the victim deceased. The driver, identified as Molly McCall, allegedly fled the scene in a black 2021 BMW X5. Patrol officers later located and followed the vehicle to a residence, where McCall was apprehended. She faces multiple charges including homicide by vehicle, DUI less safe, reckless driving, hit and run, and obstruction of law enforcement, and has been booked into the Fulton County Jail.

Location and Infrastructure - The incident occurred at the entrance to Edgewater Apartments on Roswell Road, a major north-south arterial route through Sandy Springs. This section of Roswell Road is a busy multi-lane thoroughfare that serves as a primary connector between Sandy Springs and neighboring Roswell. The apartment complex entrance intersects with Roswell Road in an area with substantial residential and commercial development. The location experiences heavy traffic during evening rush hour, when the incident occurred, as commuters travel between Atlanta's northern suburbs and the city.

Legal Rights and Considerations - Under Georgia Code § 40-6-393, vehicular homicide charges carry significant penalties, with first-degree charges potentially resulting in 3-15 years imprisonment. Georgia's statute of limitations allows two years for personal injury claims and four years for property damage claims. Victims' families may be entitled to compensatory damages, including funeral expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence system, where parties less than 50% at fault may seek damages. Insurance claims must typically be filed promptly, and early investigation is crucial for preserving evidence. An experienced Sandy Springs pedestrian injury lawyer will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

Related Resources:

• Sandy Springs Police Department: Emergency Response Division
• Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety
• Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) - Georgia Chapter
• Georgia Department of Driver Services: Traffic Laws and Regulations