Search for driver accused of killing man in wheelchair continues, Henry County police say

HENRY COUNTY, Ga. — Authorities are continuing the search for a driver in a deadly hit-and-run investigation.

Henry County police said on Sept. 2 at 7 a.m., Robert Stalter left home with his dog Smoke for a morning stroll in the Audubon Estates neighborhood off Willow Lane in McDonough.

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When Smoke returned home alone with his leash ripped in half, family members knew something was wrong, authorities said.

According to police, Stalter had been by a car while in his wheelchair and was left to suffer from injuries that would result in his death.

Henry County police say a person of interest was seen wearing red shorts and a gray shirt.

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Anyone with information about this incident or who knows the identity of the suspect is asked to contact Investigator L. Combs at 770-288-8290, the Henry County Non-Emergency Dispatch at 770-957-9121, or text tips, photos, and videos to 770-220-7009.

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