What happened to Demetrius Norwood III?

Demetrius Norwood III, a 21-year-old U.S. airman, was killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-24 in Dade County, Georgia on November 2nd, 2022.

Who is responsible for Norwood's death?

The driver of a passing truck swerved and struck Norwood as he was changing a tire on the side of the highway. However, the driver did not stop and fled the scene, and authorities are still searching for the suspect.

What honors did Norwood receive in the Air Force?

According to his obituary, Norwood was recognized with several honors during his service, including the Air and Space Achievement Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Air and Space Training Ribbon.

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Airman Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash, Suspect Still at Large

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Summary

21-year-old U.S. airman Demetrius Norwood III killed in hit-and-run
Incident occurred on Nov. 2, 2022 in Dade County, Georgia
Driver of passing truck swerved and struck Norwood as he changed a tire

Airman Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash, Suspect Still at Large

On November 2nd, 2022, tragedy struck on I-24 in Dade County, Georgia when a 21-year-old U.S. airman was killed in a hit-and-run crash. Demetrius Norwood III had pulled over to the side of the highway to change a tire on his vehicle. As he knelt on the driver's side, a passing truck swerved, and the trailer it was towing struck Norwood.

The driver of the truck did not stop after the collision, and Norwood was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. An obituary states that Norwood had completed basic training and was serving as a Service Journeyman in the Air Force, earning several honors including the Air and Space Achievement Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.

Georgia State troopers are still searching for the driver and vehicle involved in the fatal incident. Detectives are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward and assist in the investigation. The loss of this young airman has left his family and the military community devastated.