Police believe the pedestrian was on the sidewalk when the driver struck him and a light pole, and they are still searching for the driver.
ATLANTA, GA - October 28, 2026
A pedestrian, a man, was killed shortly before 2 a.m. Wednesday after a crash at Memorial Drive and Forsyth Street in Downtown Atlanta, according to Atlanta police. The driver left the scene, and officers are searching for that person.
Key Facts
- Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (crash occurred just before 2 a.m.)
- Location: Memorial Drive at Forsyth Street, Downtown Atlanta, Georgia
- Type of crash: Pedestrian struck by a driver who fled the scene
- Injuries / fatalities: One pedestrian killed
- Responding agencies: Atlanta police
- Reported by: Atlanta News First
Crash Overview
Atlanta police said officers responded to the scene of the fatal crash, which happened just before 2 a.m. Wednesday.
Authorities believe the pedestrian, a man, was on the sidewalk when the driver hit him and a light pole. Police said the driver then fled.
Police are investigating the circumstances of the incident. Few other details have been reported.
If You Were Involved
If you were involved in a crash, consider these general steps:
- Seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
- Document the scene with photos or video if it is safe to do so.
- Exchange information with the other drivers and note any witnesses.
- Request the official crash report from the law enforcement agency that responded.
- Notify your insurer as soon as reasonably possible.
- Consider speaking with a qualified attorney if you were injured or face significant losses.
This information is general in nature and is not a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney or medical professional.
Getting the Report
The official crash report is created and kept by the law enforcement agency that responded to the crash. In this case, that is Atlanta police, which is named in reports about the incident. Copies are requested from that agency or from the state agency that keeps crash records. Our Georgia crash report guide explains how to request a copy in Georgia.