A Memorial Day race weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway ended with a felony arrest for a 23XI Racing employee after deputies say a man was hit by a golf cart inside the track complex. Reporting identifies the staffer as Evanna Howell, who was arrested in Cabarrus County on a charge of “assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury.” NASCAR has suspended the industry member from sanctioned activity while the criminal case moves forward.
Deputies Detail Golf Cart Incident Inside Speedway
According to WCNC, Cabarrus County deputies say a man was struck by a golf cart driven by a 23XI staffer inside Charlotte Motor Speedway over the Coca‑Cola 600 race weekend. The station’s video report quotes deputies saying the woman was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon that allegedly inflicted serious injury. WCNC places the incident at the speedway during the holiday race festivities.
NASCAR Issues Indefinite Suspension
NASCAR’s official post‑race penalty listings and industry coverage show the staffer has been indefinitely suspended. Jayski includes the suspension in its weekly penalties rundown, and Motorsport.com reports that NASCAR cited a behavioral violation and removed the industry member from all NASCAR‑sanctioned activity while the legal case plays out. The disciplinary note appears alongside several safety and equipment penalties from the Charlotte weekend.
Who the Suspended Staffer Is
Public business directories list Evanna Howell as a senior account manager at 23XI Racing, with responsibilities in partnerships and account management, according to TheOrg. Those industry profile pages indicate she has held that role since 2021, working on sponsorship and commercial operations rather than pit‑crew or competition duties typically in the spotlight on race day.
Golf Cart Rules at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Charlotte Motor Speedway’s published golf‑cart policy limits cart use to credentialed and insured operators and warns that unauthorized users can be removed from the property. The rules require liability insurance and specific credentials for cart access during events and spell out penalties for misuse or unsafe operation. The guidelines are meant to keep traffic in the paddock, hospitality areas and other busy zones under control for both fans and track personnel.
Felony Charge Raises Legal Stakes
Under North Carolina law, an assault with a deadly weapon that inflicts serious injury is treated as a felony offense if prosecutors pursue that charge in court. State statutes outline penalties for assaults involving deadly weapons or serious bodily harm, which can include prison time if the state proves the elements at trial, according to the North Carolina General Statutes.
What Comes Next in the Case
Cabarrus County court records and filings will show whether formal charges are filed, what bond conditions apply and any upcoming court dates. Members of the public can look up booking and case details through Cabarrus County’s online inmate search. Local and motorsports outlets have carried the initial reports; any later statements from 23XI Racing, NASCAR or law enforcement could add more detail as the case moves through the system.
