WMAC Local News

Woman Killed In Hit & Run Accident

A hit and run accident Sunday morning claimed the life of a Monroe County woman.

Authorities say 35-year old Tonya Teresa Chapman was walking from her home shortly before 1:00am Sunday on Higgins Mill Road when a car headed onto the southbound entrance ramp of I-75 struck and killed her, then left the scene.

Another motorist discovered Chapman and called police.

Anyone with information on this accident is asked to contact the Monroe County Sheriff's Office at 478-994-7046.

Date Posted: 9/29/2008