Hazlehurst police release new information about hit-and-run that killed 69-year-old man

Hazlehurst police release new information about hit-and-run that killed 69-year-old man

The Hazlehurst Police Department is investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash.

Hazlehurst Police Seek Public’s Help in Deadly Hit-and-Run Investigation

Special to Wesson NewsAuthorities with the Hazlehurst Police Department are asking for the public’s help as they continue investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a local man earlier this month.According to investigators, 69-year-old Sam Easterling was struck by a vehicle while walking along Caldwell Drive at approximately 11 p.m. on March 8. The driver involved in the crash did not stop and left the scene.Police recentl…