The Cobb County Police Department’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Unit is investigating a fatal hit and run that occurred on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 2:26 a.m. in Precinct One on Cobb Parkway north of Lake Acworth Drive.  

A white 2018 Dodge Caravan, occupied by a father and son, was travelling north on Cobb Parkway approaching North Shores Road. The right front corner of the Dodge collided with the right curb and bridge rail. The collision disabled the Dodge. The Dodge came to a final uncontrolled rest in the left northbound lane of Cobb Parkway. The driver exited the vehicle to remove debris from the travel lane.

A tan 2010 Hyundai Sonata was travelling north on Cobb Parkway in the left lane approaching North Shores Drive. The front of the Hyundai collided with driver of the Dodge while he was in the roadway.

The driver of the Hyundai exited his vehicle and fled the scene on foot.

The driver of the Hyundai was identified as 26-year-old Christian Martinez of Acworth. With help from the Acworth Police Department, Cobb County Police Precinct 1 Officers, and the Cobb County Police S.W.A.T. team, investigators located and arrested Mr. Martinez at his residence. Mr. Martinez was charged with Driving with a Suspended License (M) and Felony Hit and Run.

The driver of the Dodge was identified as 47-year-old Christopher Makin of Emerson. Mr. Makin was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Next of kin has been notified.

The passenger of the Dodge was identified as 23-year-old Isaac Makin of Emerson. He was not injured in either collision.

The collision remains under investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Cobb County Police Department STEP Unit at 770-499-3987.

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