Clarkston Woman Charged with Attempted Murder After Alleged Highway Incident

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A Clarkston woman has been charged with first-degree attempted murder after allegedly using her car to push a man who was trying to turn her in to police, then driving with him clinging to the car's hood at highway speeds for three-quarters of a mile.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers of escalating confrontations and the potential for serious harm when vehicles are used as weapons. It also raises questions about the dynamics between individuals facing criminal charges and the incentives or pressures they may face to provide information to authorities.

The details

According to court records, Rita G. Brown had an active warrant for her arrest. The alleged victim was facing a drug possession charge and had an agreement with Lewiston police to provide information leading to Brown's arrest. The incident began in the jail's parking lot, where the man tried to block Brown's exit by standing in front of her car. Brown allegedly then drove forward while the man leaned on the hood, his feet sliding across the pavement at times as he backpedaled.

• The incident occurred on Thursday in the parking lot of the Nez Perce County Jail.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Brown is being held on a $750,000 bond at the Nez Perce County Jail. The judge will decide whether to allow her to be released on bail.