Amanda Chelseanne Ledford. 32 of Cave Spring, was arrested this week after reports said she caused a hit and run and later attempted to avoid police.
Reports said that Ledford made a wide turn and struck another vehicle at the intersection of Shorter Avenue and Horseleg Creek Road. The victim then told police that Ledford sped away.
When officers located the vehicle, Ledford allegedly accelerated at a high rate of speed in an attempt to elude officers. After eventually being stopped, officers said that they found open alcoholic beverages in Ledford’s possession.
Ledford is charged with hit and run, DUI, attempting to elude police, improper turn, open container and reckless driving.
