DECATUR, DeKalb County, Ga., Nov. 13, 2026 — A pedestrian died after being hit by a car early Wednesday morning, November 11, on Glenwood Road near Atherton Drive in unincorporated Decatur, according to DeKalb County police.
Officers responded to the area around midnight and found the man injured in the roadway. He was taken to a hospital, where he later died. His identity had not been released as of this writing.
Investigators believe the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk and was wearing dark clothing at the time he was hit. The driver remained at the scene and has been cooperating with the investigation, officials said. No charges had been announced as of Wednesday.
DeKalb County police continue to investigate the crash. Anyone with information has not yet been publicly asked to come forward, and further details, including the victim's identity, have not been released.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Crashes in Georgia
This pedestrian crash happened at Glenwood Road and Atherton Drive in Decatur, GA. Our Georgia intersections page covers intersection crashes across Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way in a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, but drivers and pedestrians both carry a duty to watch for each other, especially where no crosswalk is present.
How can drivers lower the chance of hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down in residential and commercial corridors, scanning both sides of the road at night, and avoiding distractions behind the wheel all help drivers spot pedestrians sooner, particularly those in dark clothing.
What injuries are most common when a car hits a pedestrian?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer broken bones, head and spinal injuries, and internal injuries, since they have no protection against the impact.
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Common factors include pedestrians crossing outside crosswalks, low visibility at night, driver distraction, and speed. Investigators review each case individually to determine what happened.
