Arrest Made in Fatal Hit and Run in West Point Georgia

West Point GA Police have arrested an Alabama man for Monday's hit-and-run involving a pedestrian on Interstate 85 in Harris County, Georgia.

Caderrickton Barnes, 46, of Lanett, Alabama turned himself in to the police late Monday night and was taken to the Harris County Jail.

Barnes has been charged with first-degree homicide by vehicle, hit-and-run, failure to report an accident that resulted in death, tampering with evidence, and driving on a suspended license.  For the felony vehicular homicide alone, he is facing 15 years in prison.  With the other charges he faces well over 20 years.

Georgia State Patrol said the victim was struck by Barnes's car between mile markers one and two on I-85 north around 2:30 AM Monday morning.

The male victim has not yet been identified, but was found deceased by authorities responding to a report of a tree blocking part of the interstate. This is another sad situation where a person facing serious consequences made things worse by fleeing the scene of the accident.

If you have been arrested and charged with hit-and-run, DUI, reckless driving, or any other traffic-related offenses, call the top-rated Atlanta Traffic Ticket Lawyers at our office.  With over 20 years of experience, Richard Lawson knows DUI cases and their related charges as well.  As a former prosecutor, Richard knows his way around a courtroom and knows what to expect in your case. You have nothing to lose but your precious freedom by hiring an inexperienced lawyer to defend your case.  Don't put your life in the hands of just ANY attorney.  Contact Richard Lawson now for a free consultation.