by A woman wanted in connection with a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian has been apprehended by authorities in Asheboro, North Carolina. The tragic incident occurred on Friday morning when deputies responded to a report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian on Oakland Avenue. The victim, identified as 45-year-old Billy Glenn Medford, Jr., was found unresponsive at the scene and later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.
The driver responsible for the hit-and-run had fled the scene before deputies arrived. Following an investigation, 44-year-old Lashanda Kay Schwarcbher, also known as Lashanda or Lashonda Kay Hicks, was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. Initially evading authorities, Schwarcbher was eventually apprehended on Saturday at Robbin Lane in New London by the Criminal Apprehension Team.
Schwarcbher is currently being held without bond at the detention center and is set to appear in Randolph County District Court on Monday. The ongoing investigation may lead to additional charges as authorities continue to gather information about the incident.
In a tragic turn of events, the hit-and-run incident has left a community in mourning over the loss of Billy Glenn Medford, Jr. The swift action taken by law enforcement in locating and apprehending the suspect brings a sense of closure to the case. As details continue to unfold, the community is urged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the consequences of reckless driving. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim during this difficult time.
