A Georgia couple are facing severe consequences after allegedly striking a pedestrian and fleeing the scene in a shocking hit-and-run incident that has left the victim fighting for his life.
Jason Broce, 44, and his wife Candice Broce, 43, have been charged with serious hit-and-run offences following the traumatic collision that occurred in Georgia. According to police reports, the couple were travelling in their vehicle when they struck an adult male pedestrian before making the decision to drive away from the scene.
Victim's Desperate Fight for Survival
The victim, whose identity has not been publicly released, sustained what authorities describe as "life-threatening injuries" in the collision. Emergency services rushed him to a nearby medical facility where he remains in critical condition, battling the severe injuries inflicted during the incident.
Witnesses at the scene reported seeing the couple's vehicle strike the pedestrian before accelerating away without stopping to render assistance or contact emergency services.
Dramatic Police Pursuit and Arrest
Law enforcement officers quickly responded to reports of the hit-and-run and initiated a search for the suspect vehicle. Police located the Broces' car and attempted to pull them over, but the couple reportedly refused to stop, leading to a brief pursuit.
The chase concluded when officers successfully deployed stop sticks, deflating the vehicle's tyres and forcing the couple to stop. Both Jason and Candice Broce were taken into custody without further incident.
Serious Charges and Ongoing Investigation
Jason Broce now faces charges including serious injury by vehicle, hit-and-run, and attempting to elude police. Candice Broce has been charged with being a party to the crime of hit-and-run. Both individuals are currently being held in custody as the investigation continues.
Police authorities have emphasised the gravity of leaving the scene of an accident, particularly when serious injuries are involved. "Fleeing from a collision scene compounds the seriousness of the offence," stated a police spokesperson. "We're committed to ensuring justice is served for the victim and his family."
The investigation remains active as authorities work to gather additional evidence and witness statements regarding the circumstances leading up to the collision and the couple's actions immediately following the incident.
