Hancock Man Charged in Pittsfield Fatal Hit-and-Run With Arraignment Wednesday
The arrest followed an extensive investigation that located the suspected vehicle.
Overview
- William Gross, 65, of Hancock was arrested on charges of motor vehicle homicide and leaving the scene resulting in injury or death.
- Victim William S. Colbert, 69, was struck on Feb. 10 at Linden Street and Francis Avenue in Pittsfield.
- Authorities say Colbert was trapped beneath the car and dragged a lengthy distance, with his body found near a Best Western about four miles from the crash site.
- Police said Gross was taken into custody without incident after investigators identified the involved vehicle.
- Prosecutors said Gross is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday morning in Central Berkshire District Court, with attorney information not yet available Tuesday evening.