Alexander "AJ" Jennings, a stand-in for Chase Stokes on the popular Netflix series "Outer Banks," was killed following a hit-and-run collision in Charleston, South Carolina, on Tuesday, July 5.
He was 22. Stokes, who portrays the main character John B, said his "heart is shattered" as he mourned the loss of Jennings on Instagram Wednesday morning.The show focuses on a group of friends seeking a treasure with personal significance to his character.
Jennings was reportedly walking on Sol Legare Road near Crozet Drive when he was "hit by a vehicle that fled the area," according to a release from the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office.
Witness information provided to authorities said Jennings was then "struck by another vehicle, which also left the scene." Chase Stokes, who portrays the main character John B, said his "heart is shattered" as he mourned the loss of Jennings on Instagram Wednesday.
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