Mark Tesseo, 57—Life Stolen in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Peach Orchard Road
The community of Augusta, Georgia, is reeling from the senseless and tragic death of resident Mark Tesseo, 57, who was killed in a fatal hit-and-run crash on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. According to the Richmond County Coroner’s Office, the devastating incident occurred as Mr. Tesseo was riding his electric scooter on Peach Orchard Road near Harding Road. His life was abruptly extinguished when he was struck by a vehicle whose driver made the callous decision to flee the scene, leaving a family shattered and a community outraged.
A Life Stolen: The Callousness of a Hit-and-Run
Mark Tesseo’s death from blunt force trauma is a brutal reminder of the fragility of life and the cruelty of negligence. He was simply traveling, utilizing personal transportation, when his life was violently taken. The fact that the driver responsible for this tragedy failed to stop and render aid, or even acknowledge the catastrophic damage inflicted, adds an unbearable layer of pain to the Tesseo family’s grief. This is not just a traffic accident; it is a crime that has robbed a man of his life and his loved ones of their future with him.
The Search for Justice: Community Urged to Act
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has launched an intensive investigation and is urgently appealing to the public for help. They know there are individuals in the community who saw something or who know the identity of the driver who committed this heinous act. Bringing the person responsible to justice is the only way to offer any measure of closure to Mark Tesseo’s grieving family. This is a moment for the community to stand together and ensure that Mark’s memory is honored by holding the perpetrator accountable for their actions.
Mourning a Cherished Life
As the investigation continues, the focus remains on remembering the man Mark Tesseo was—a beloved member of the Augusta community whose life was tragically cut short at 57. His family and friends now face the immense sorrow of losing him without the dignity of a proper farewell. We send our deepest sympathies to the Tesseo family, hoping they find strength as they navigate this profound sorrow while the search for justice continues.