Augusta hit-and-run claims life of James Waugh, deputies say

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Augusta hit-and-run claims life of James Waugh, deputies say

AUGUSTA, GA, (July 05, 2026) – An Augusta man died Sunday from injuries he sustained in a hit-and-run crash while performing landscaping work on a city sidewalk, according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office.

Investigators said James Waugh, 30, was trimming vegetation near the intersection of Lumpkin Road and Jennifer Court at approximately 3:47 p.m. on June 30 when a 2011 Ford F-150 left the roadway and struck him. The driver fled the scene immediately after the collision.

Waugh was transported to Wellstar MCG Health with serious injuries and later succumbed to those injuries on July 5, authorities said.

Using surveillance footage from a nearby convenience store and Flock camera data, investigators identified the suspected driver. A 53-year-old man was taken into custody on July 1 and charged with felony leaving the scene of an accident involving serious injury and serious injury by vehicle.

The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the fatal hit-and-run.


FATAL ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

Leaving the scene of a crash is a criminal offense, yet statistics show that more than one hit-and-run collision occurs every minute on roadways across the United States.

Candice Bond, an experienced hit-and-run accident attorney, said that in cases like this, it is essential for an independent investigation to be conducted promptly by an experienced attorney to help protect the rights of victims and their families.

“Having the proper resources is extremely important to investigate a hit-and-run accident case and prove negligence,” said Bond, a Managing Partner of Bond Legal.

“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors that should be carefully evaluated during the investigation,” Bond added.

These investigative steps are vital in helping families who have lost a loved one in a hit-and-run collision pursue justice and seek the financial compensation they may be entitled to receive.


WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM

Pending the outcome of the investigation, the family of the victim may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim. Surviving family members may be entitled to seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic crash such as this.

“The stress and grief that follow the loss of a loved one in a serious accident can be overwhelming,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.

“We understand the challenges families face during this difficult time, and protecting their legal rights is essential. A wrongful death attorney can monitor the official investigation while helping ensure that the family’s rights and best interests remain protected,” Formica added.


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If your loved one has been killed by a hit-and-run driver and would like a no-cost consultation, please contact our national legal analyst Candice Bond today

(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Accident Injury News can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-986-7738 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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