Woman Runs Over 8 YO, Leaves Scene, Bonds out in 6 Hours

According to police, the incident occurred on Monday, November 17, 2025, around 4:32 p.m., at the intersection of 28th Street and Orcutt Avenue in Newport News.

Investigators say the child was attempting to cross Orcutt Avenue when he was struck by an SUV traveling westbound on 28th Street. The driver fled the scene, leaving the young victim critically injured.

Deanna Pulley Criminal / Traffic History

• 11/17/2025 OBSTRUCT/RESIST W/O FORCE Newport News (CURRENT)
• 11/17/2025 FAIL TO STOP Newport News (CURRENT)
• 11/17/2025 DRIV UNDER REVO/SUSPENSION Newport News (CURRENT)
• 06/19/2025 DRIVE W/O LICENSE Newport News
• 06/19/2025 EXPIRED REGISTRATION Newport News
• 06/19/2025 DRV SUSPENDED 6TH OFF Newport News
• 06/19/2025 EXPIRED REGISTRATION Newport News
• 08/09/2024 DRIVE SUSPENDED 3RD OR MORE Newport News
• 08/09/2024 IMPROPER TURN Newport News
• 04/02/2024 DRIV UNDER REVO/SUSP 3RD OFF Newport News
• 01/19/2024 RD 55/25 SP Newport News
• 03/08/2022 FTA Hampton
• 06/10/2021 BOND APPEAL-FELONY York County/Poquoson
• 06/10/2021 DISORDERLY CONDUCT York County/Poquoson
• 06/10/2021 BRANDISH FIREARM ON/NEAR SCH York County/Poquoson
• 12/13/2020 DRIV UNDER REVO/SUSPENSION Hampton
• 10/19/2020 DRIV UNDER REVO/SUSPENSION 4TH Newport News
• 05/26/2020 DRIVING SUSPENDED 3RD OFFENSE Newport News
• 01/06/2020 FTC S/C/S-CCD& GB& COURT COSTS Hampton
• 10/05/2019 ASSAULT & BATTERY Hampton 

💔 Child’s Condition

The 8-year-old initially suffered life-threatening injuries, prompting an urgent medical response. In a positive turn, officials confirmed the child survived and has since been released from the hospital, marking a significant recovery.

🔍 Investigation & Arrest

Authorities credit a combination of technology, community tips, and detailed crash reconstruction work for identifying the suspect. The NNPD Crash Reconstruction Team played a key role in piecing together evidence from the scene.

On March 25, 2026, police arrested Deanna Pulley, a 27-year-old woman from Newport News, in connection with the case.

⚖️ Charges Filed

Pulley is facing multiple charges, including:

• Felony hit-and-run
• Obstruction of justice
• Driving without a license (3rd or subsequent offense)

🚔 Community Impact

The case has sparked renewed concern about driver accountability and pedestrian safety, especially in residential neighborhoods where children are present. Incidents like this highlight the importance of remaining at the scene of a crash and immediately rendering aid.

❓ FAQ

What happened in this case?
An 8-year-old boy was struck by an SUV while crossing the street. The driver fled but was later identified and arrested.

Where did the crash occur?
At the intersection of 28th Street and Orcutt Avenue in Newport News, Virginia.

What is the condition of the child?
He suffered life-threatening injuries but survived and has been released from the hospital.

How was the suspect identified?
Through a combination of investigative technology, community tips, and crash reconstruction analysis.

What charges does the suspect face?
Felony hit-and-run, obstruction of justice, and driving without a license (third or subsequent offense).

Here's a clear, organized summary of Deanna Marie Pulley's listed court cases in the Virginia area (primarily Newport News, with some in Hampton, York County/Poquoson, etc.).

Pending / Upcoming Cases (as of the data)

These have future hearing dates and appear active:

• November 17, 2025 incident (Newport News Traffic General District Court) — All three charges scheduled for hearing on August 11, 2026:
  • Obstruct/Resist Without Force (§ 18.2-460(A)) — Class 1 misdemeanor (knowingly obstructing a law-enforcement officer or similar official in their duties).
  • Hit & Run: Fail to Stop (§ 46.2-894) — Leaving the scene of an accident involving attended property (can be Class 1 misdemeanor or Class 5 felony depending on damage/injury).
  • Driving Under Revoked/Suspended License (§ 46.2-301(B)) — Class 1 misdemeanor.
• June 19, 2025 incident (Newport News Circuit Court) — Hearing on November 24, 2025:
  • Drive Without License (amended from original; § 46.2-300) — Class 2 misdemeanor (first offense) or Class 1 (subsequent).
  • Expired Registration (§ 46.2-646).
• June 19, 2025 incident (Newport News Traffic General District Court) — Hearing was July 22, 2025 (likely already occurred or continued):
  • Driving on Suspended License – 6th Offense (§ 46.2-301(B)) — Class 1 misdemeanor with enhanced penalties (mandatory minimum jail for multiple offenses).
  • Expired Registration (§ 46.2-646).

 2024 Cases (Newport News Traffic GDC):

• August 9, 2024: Driving on Suspended License (3rd or more) + Improper Turn.
• January 19, 2024: Driving Under Revoked/Suspended (3rd offense) + Speeding (55/25).

2022 Case (Hampton J&DR Court):

• Failure to Appear (FTA) on a show cause summons.

2021 Cases:

• York County/Poquoson Circuit Court (June 10, 2021): Bond Appeal – Felony.
• York GDC: Amended to Disorderly Conduct (§ 18.2-415) + Brandishing a Firearm on/near School (§ 18.2-282(A)) — the brandishing charge is typically a Class 1 misdemeanor (or Class 6 felony if near school property).

2020–2019 Cases (mostly traffic-related):

• Multiple Driving on Revoked/Suspended License charges (including 4th offense in 2020).
• Assault & Battery (§ 24-9? — likely a local ordinance or older reference to § 18.2-57) in Hampton (2019).
• Failure to Comply/Pay (FTC) related to court costs or prior charges.

Overall Pattern

Deanna Marie Pulley has a lengthy and recurring history of traffic violations centered on driving while her license was suspended or revoked (with multiple counts labeled as 3rd, 4th, or even 6th offense). This suggests her license has been suspended for an extended period, leading to repeated charges.

Accompanying issues frequently include:

• Expired registration
• Failure to stop/report in accidents (hit & run)
• Obstruction/resisting
• Speeding or improper driving

There are also older non-traffic matters involving disorderly conduct, brandishing a firearm (near a school), assault & battery, and failures to appear or comply with court orders.

Many of the driving-related charges are Class 1 misdemeanors, which carry up to 12 months in jail and/or fines up to $2,500. Repeat driving-on-suspended offenses often trigger mandatory minimum jail time. The hit & run and obstruction charges add further risk of jail or felony-level penalties depending on specifics (e.g., damage amount or use of force).

This summary is based solely on the provided case list. Court records can change (e.g., continuances, amendments, dispositions), so the most accurate status would come from official Virginia court records or an attorney. If you need more details on any specific charge or jurisdiction, let me know!