Evansville Police have arrested BROOKE CAMERON (29) on charges related to a fatal hit and run that happened on New Year’s Day. The incident happened around 7:30pm near the intersection of 1st Ave and Columbia.
Police believe Cameron was driving north on 1st Ave when she struck a woman who was crossing the street in a wheel chair. Brooke fled the scene without stopping. While emergency crews were at the crash scene, Brooke returned.Â
Based on the information available at the time, investigators believe Cameron knew she hit a person, but failed to stay at the scene as required by law.
The victim was taken to a hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. The Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office will release her name once her family has been notified.
As required by law, toxicology tests were conducted. The results were not immediately available.Â
Cameron was arrested and charged with Hot and Run Resulting in Death, a Level 5 Felony.
**All suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law**Â
