Woman charged in west Charlotte fatal hit and run

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — An accused impaired driver has been charged in the fatal hit and run that happened early Sunday morning in west Charlotte, according to CMPD.

Investigators say 26-year-old Yolanda Brown was identified as the driver who struck and killed 30-year-old Deanna Moore on Freedom Drive.

Yolanda Brown

Yolanda Brown

Police say Brown showed signs of impairment and has been charged with:

  • Felony Death by Motor Vehicle
  • Hit and Run
  • Possession of Cocaine

Police say they were able to locate Brown’s vehicle by using CMPD’s Real Time Crime Center.