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Charleston Police seek information on hit-and-run on Folly Road that injured pedestrian

Charleston, South Carolina – The Charleston Police Department is seeking information from a hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian on Wednesday night.

Officers say the incident occurred near 1291 Folly Road near the intersection of Fort Johnson Road around 9:40 p.m.

The pedestrian suffered serious injuries, officials say, and had to be transported to a nearby hospital.

The driver fled the scene, heading towards Folly Beach.

Officers described the car as a black sedan, possibly 2010 or newer model. It’s expected to have front, passenger-side damage and possibly a broken windshield.

If you have any information on this incident, call CPD Traffic Unit at 843-965-4084 or Crimestoppers at 843-554-1111 for a possible cash reward.

Cindy Carey

Publisher

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