2 pedestrians die in separate accidents, including a hit-and run

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A hit-and-run crash left a pedestrian dead Monday afternoon, according to authorities.

Jerry Brandon McKinnon, 38, of Sardis, was struck by a vehicle and pronounced dead on the scene at 3:24 p.m.

The incident was reported at 2:27 p.m. in the 2700 block of Coleman Avenue, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

An autopsy has been scheduled at the GBI Lab.

Separately, the Richmond County Coroner’s Office said Monday a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle over the weekend.

The incident was reported at 12:22 a.m. Saturday in the 3600 block of Deans Bridge Road.

Duane Sheffield, 63, of Grovetown, was struck by a southbound vehicle and pronounced dead on the scene at 1:15 a.m.

No autopsy is scheduled, according to Coroner Mark Bowen.