Boone Woman Arrested After Hit-and-Run Crash Injures Motorcyclist
BOONE, N.C. — A 41-year-old woman from Banner Elk has been arrested after a hit-and-run crash in Boone left a motorcyclist injured Tuesday evening.
The collision happened around 6 p.m. at the intersection of Shadowline Drive and Blowing Rock Road, according to Boone Police. Witnesses said a Toyota pickup truck struck a motorcycle and fled the scene.
Arrest and Charges
Responding officers quickly located the suspect in a nearby parking lot. Police identified her as Susan Stelling of Banner Elk, who was taken into custody without incident.
Stelling now faces several charges, including:
- Felony hit-and-run
- Failure to report a collision
- Failure to yield right of way
- Possession of an open container of alcohol
- Littering
She was booked into the Watauga County Detention Center under a $10,000 bond.
Motorcyclist Injured in Crash
Authorities confirmed the motorcyclist was injured in the collision, though the extent of those injuries has not yet been released. Police have not provided identifying details about the victim.
Officers credited a witness at the scene for helping guide them to the suspect’s location, allowing for a swift arrest.
Community Concerns Over Road Safety
The incident has sparked renewed conversation in Boone about driver safety and the dangers motorcyclists face on local roads. With Shadowline Drive and Blowing Rock Road being a busy intersection, residents expressed concern about impaired and reckless driving in the area.
Police reminded drivers to remain cautious, especially at high-traffic intersections, and urged community members to report reckless behavior to prevent similar crashes.
Boone residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on road safety and how to make local streets safer for motorcyclists. Join the discussion now at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
