Elderly Couple Struck in Pompano Beach Hit-and-Run; Driver Charged

Tragic Hit-and-Run in Pompano Beach

• 💔 An elderly couple was struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Pompano Beach, resulting in one fatality and serious injuries.
• 📍 The incident occurred at the intersection of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Boulevards.
• 🚗 The driver of the pickup truck involved did not stop at the scene.

Victims and Witnesses

• 👥 74-year-old Patricia and 76-year-old S. Marciante were in the crosswalk with their daughter and granddaughter, who were thankfully unharmed.
• 🙏 Good Samaritans rushed to provide aid to the couple after the driver fled.
• 🏥 The couple was transported to a local hospital, where Patricia later passed away.

Suspect Apprehended

• 🔍 Investigators identified and apprehended the hit-and-run driver, 37-year-old Ashley Bowman.
• ⚖️ Bowman is charged with DUI manslaughter and other serious offenses.
• 🚗 Prosecutors allege Bowman was driving under the influence, with a suspended license, and has a history of DUI offenses.
• 🔒 She is currently being held without bond awaiting trial.