LCSO IDs Driver Suspected in Ashburn Hit-and-Run

The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office reported this morning that it has identified the person believed to be the driver of a vehicle involved in a Feb. 15 hit-and-run accident near Stone Bridge High School in Ashburn.

The vehicle was turning right onto Claiborne Parkway from Portsmouth Boulevard when it struck a high school student, 15, who was attempted to cross Claiborne. The teenager was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Witnesses reported that the driver stopped and spoke with bystanders before leaving the scene. The case remains under investigation; the Loudoun Commonwealth’s Attorney will review it. The identity of the suspect was not released.

The previous information was supplied by the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office and, where charges were made, does not indicate a conviction. For questions about this article, email dusty@patch.com.