Muncie Woman Charged After Teen Struck by Car at Party

MUNCIE, IND. (WOWO) MUNCIE, Ind. — An 18-year-old Muncie woman is facing preliminary felony charges after a teenager was allegedly struck by a vehicle following a fight at a house party.

Authorities report that a 16-year-old was leaving a party on S. Hoyt Avenue on March 7 when they were hit by a black Honda Pilot. Police traced the vehicle to the suspect’s family and say witnesses claim the driver intentionally targeted the teen. According to FOX59/CBS4, a passenger reportedly admitted that Chloe Pugh, 18, was behind the wheel and that someone in the car yelled for the teen to be hit.

Pugh has been charged with battery with a deadly weapon, a Level 5 felony, and criminal recklessness, a Level 6 felony. The Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office will review the investigation and determine whether formal charges will be filed.

The condition of the 16-year-old has not been publicly disclosed, and authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.

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