Gary Shawn Mobley of Eastsound surrendered to authorities on Tuesday after an extensive search for him following a hit and run last week.
Mobley, 42, allegedly drove into the side of a 1995 Mitsubishi Montero heading east on Fowler’s Corner in the early morning hours of Feb. 16. The driver of the SUV, a 35-year-old man, sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center after an extensive extrication process by Orcas Fire and Rescue. He is currently in intensive care. His passenger sustained minor injuries.
Mobley ran from the crash and was at large until yesterday. Tips from the community kept deputies busy throughout the weekend in an effort to locate him.
He has been charged with Assault in the Second Degree, Vehicular Assault, Felony Hit and Run and Reckless Driving. Mobley was transported to Friday Harbor and lodged in jail pending a court appearance. His bail was set at $50,000.