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Woman Facing Charges in WalMart Hit and Run


YOUNG TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Punxsutawney-based State Police say a hit and run accident occurred around 6:13 p.m. on January 21, in WalMart parking lot, in Young Township, Jefferson County.

According to state police, an unidentified individual operating a 2010 Dodge Caravan allegedly struck the right front corner of a parked 2011 Chevrolet Impala, then fled the scene.

The driver of the Dodge Caravan was later identified as Amanda J. Pearce, 33, of Valier, Pa.

Pearce was wearing a seat belt and was not injured.

Charges are pending at Magisterial District Court 54-3-01.