UPDATE: Sumter airman identified as victim fatally struck on Mallard Drive

Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker has identified the victim found lying dead in the roadway on Mallard Drive. 

Adam Peil, 41, of Sumter, was identified as the man found lying in the roadway on Friday, Aug. 7, according to Baker. 

The incident occurred about 11 p.m., and information gathered indicated Peil was struck by a vehicle, according to Sumter Police Department. The vehicle and its occupants were located after they called 911.

Shaw Air Force Base confirmed with The Sumter Item on Wednesday, Aug. 12 that Peil was an airman . 

"We are deeply saddened by this loss and extend our most sincere condolences to the member's family, friends, and teammates," Shaw said in a statement to The Item.  

No further details were released by the base out of respect for the family’s privacy and in accordance with Department of the Air Force policy. 

Next of kin was notified by Sumter County Coroner’s Office, and an autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 12. 

Details are limited as officers continue to investigate.