Clayton, NC (October 6, 2021) – A 32-year-old Raleigh man was killed in a hit-and-run crash that took place over the weekend in Clayton. The incident occurred on Sunday, October 3rd around 6:30 a.m. along U.S. Highway 70 and Medical Park Drive.
According to the Clayton Police Department, Edgardo Antonio Medina, was in the roadway when he was hit by a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. The Silverado suffered extensive damage and was left at the scene. It is believed that the driver of the Silverado then entered a second vehicle, possibly a GMC Acadia, and left the scene. Medina was discovered lying in the roadway where he was pronounced dead at the accident scene. Motorists were asked to avoid the area while officials conducted their investigation and cleared the scene.
Police are continuing a search for the Silverado driver at this time. Anyone with information on the accident is asked to the Clayton Police Department.
There is no further information available regarding the incident.
We wish to offer our most sincere condolences to the family of Edgardo Antonio Medina following this fatal hit-and-run accident in Clayton.
Deadly Accident in Clayton 
According to statistics compiled by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, nearly 1,500 people are killed annually in crashes that take place on North Carolina’s roadways. Many car accidents occur because one driver was irresponsible or reckless and their reckless actions lead to negative consequences. Under our state’s law, drivers are required to remain at the scene of an injury crash until the police arrive. Many people choose to ignore this law, however, and flee the scene anyway. These drivers often do so knowing that they are responsible for a serious accident. Normally, this is an effort to avoid taking legal responsibility for their actions.
A hit-and-run accident presents a legally complicated scenario. If the other driver is never found, the injured motorist must look to their own insurance policy for recovery. In many cases, this can be done. With the help of an experienced attorney, you do not have to come up empty-handed following a car accident in Clayton.
Clayton Wrongful Death Attorneys
Here at Burton Law Firm, we understand and appreciate the difficulty that families are facing following the sudden loss of their loved ones. We have been practicing law in the Triangle area for nearly 10 years and during that time have recovered nearly 40 million dollars in compensation for innocent victims and their families. Our Clayton wrongful death attorneys understand the complexity of injury claims and we are here to fight for you at any time to help you get the compensation that you deserve.
Our team provides a free consultation for all potential clients. If you or a loved one have suffered losses due to the actions of another motorist, call us today. We are standing by to help at any time. For your free appointment with one of our Clayton car accident lawyers, please reach out to us at the link on our website or give us a call at (800) 623-0042.
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