Coroner ID’s pedestrian killed by hit-and-run driver

CLEMSON, S.C. – According to WYFF, the coroner has identified a pedestrian killed by a hit-and-run driver Tuesday night.

According to Anderson County Coroner Greg Shore, Dennis Ray Whitaker, 51, of Anderson, was walking along Clemson Boulevard around 10:35 p.m. when he was struck by a vehicle that fled the scene.

Whitaker died at the scene of multiple traumatic injuries, Shore said.

Police say there is no description of the vehicle involved, although it may have damage to front driver’s side area.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the South Carolina Highway Patrol at 864-241-1000 or 1-800-768-1503, or to call Anderson Area Crime Stoppers at 888-CRIME-SC (274-6372).

This is a series of blog posts presented by Hammack Law Firm as a way to keep our community informed about traffic events and news. These entries should not be taken as legal advice. However, if you or someone you know has been involved in a similar accident, contact the South Carolina pedestrian accident injury lawyers at Hammack Law Firm today for a consultation. You may be able to receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses.