Person Killed in Hit and Run Accident Identified

The Arkansas State Police has identified the victim of a hit-and-run fatality that occurred early Saturday morning north of Eureka Springs.

The victim has been identified as Penny Bowling, 61, of Holiday Island.

Troopers responded around 2:45 a.m. to reports of a pedestrian being struck on Highway 187 near Nightingale Road. The Carroll County Coroner pronounced Bowling deceased at approximately 3:30 a.m.

The suspect vehicle is believed to be a newer model white Chevrolet pickup truck. ASP Investigators are asking for the public’s help in locating the vehicle and driver.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Arkansas State Police Troop L at (479) 751-6663.