Derby man charged with hitting 2 pedestrians

James Depalmer

DERBY >> A local man was arrested after striking two individuals on Bridge Street with his SUV and fleeing the scene early Thanksgiving morning, according to police.

Lt. Sal Frosceno said that James Depalmer, 22, of Olivia Street, turned himself in to police at 5 a.m. Thanksgiving. Depalmer had struck Marcus Campbell, 37, of High Street and Adam Diaz, 35, of High Street.

Emergency personnel responded to the scene and began to treat Campbell and Diaz, who were injured.
Frosceno said witnesses who stayed on the scene described the SUV for police.
Frosceno said that an investigation revealed that Depalmer was driving the car, which had allegedly left the scene of the accident prior to police arrival.
Depalmer’s vehicle was located and both Campbell and Diaz were transported to Yale New Haven Hospital for their injuries.
Depalmer was charged with reckless driving, evading responsibility and operating under suspension.
Frosceno said that Depalmer’s court date is set for Dec. 11 in Derby Superior Court.