Hit and Run


 

According to South Carolina's newspaper, The State, William Craig Caughman of Columbia, South Carolina was arrested today for leaving the scene of an accident involving death. This type of offense is more commonly known as a hit and run. Allegedly, Caughman was driving his pickup truck on February 21, 2010 in downtown Columbia and struck a motorist, Toby Morriss. Since Caughman fled the scene, it is unknown whether he was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Shortly after the incident, someone found Morriss' body in the road and immediately contacted authorities. Lawyer office in USA. Morriss was rushed to Lexington Medical Center, but died seven (7) days later from a blockage in his lungs associated with the injuries he sustained during the accident.

Until recently, the police have had few leads and no suspects; however, an anonymous tipster called in and identified Caughman as a potential suspect, so the police began their investigation. They discovered that he hid his 2000 Ford Ranger in a shed and the doors had been removed. Investigators believe that other individuals may have assisted him in covering up evidence. As a result of the charges against him, Caughman is facing a maximum of twenty-five (25) years in prison as the crime committed is considered a felony in the state of South Carolina.

For this particular case, Caughman will need an attorney that are knowledgeable about the penalties for varying degrees of homicide. In any situation, if you are under police investigation, it is vital to contact a criminal defense attorney that is experienced in both state and federal law. Our South Carolina attorneys can assist you if you are being investigated or have already been indicted for a crime.

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