From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — A 72-year-old Birmingham man is dead following a hit-and-run wreck on Interstate 59 that took place on Saturday, Nov. 25.
Laffitte was taken to UAB Hospital and was pronounced dead at 8:23 p.m.
The driver of the Toyota Corolla fled the scene on foot following the collision but was later apprehended by police.
The Birmingham Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the wreck.