Pedestrian John Caldwell, 58, struck and killed in hit-and-run with alleged driver Kerry Sampson, 28, on Old Camden Road in Fairfield County, South Carolina
Driver wanted in fatal hit-and-run in Fairfield County
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 2:20 a.m. on Old Camden Road near Trade Mill Court.
Troopers say the vehicle is a 2006-to-2010 black Dodge Charger and may have possible damage to the front.
A black male was last seen driving the vehicle, according to Highway Patrol.
Driver arrested in Fairfield County fatal hit-and-run case
Troopers with SCHP identified the driver as 28-year-old Kerry Sampson. He faces multiple charges including reckless homicide, leaving the scene of a death, and second-degree driving under suspension.
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