Georgia

GSP investigating hit-and-run after man hit by vehicle in northwest GA

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PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. — The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a suspect involved in a hit-and-run over the weekend.

Deputies say they responded to a serious incident that occurred on Saturday around 4 p.m.

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The victim, Tyler Artibey was hit by a vehicle while riding his bike around Fortner Road near the intersection of Harrington Road.

Artibey was flown from the scene to a local hospital where he received medical treatment for his injuries.

Deputies say the only information they have on the suspect’s vehicle is a dark-colored passenger car. The car could possibly have damage to the windshield or front bumper.

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Georgia State Patrol is actively investigating this case and is asking anyone with information on this incident to please contact 706-253-8911.

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