NASCAR has placed Evanna Howell, a senior account manager at 23XI Racing, on indefinite suspension after an alleged assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway that left a 77‑year‑old fan with serious injuries.
According to police reports, Howell is accused of striking the elderly man with a golf cart, causing deep lacerations that required medical attention. The incident occurred in the parking lot of the speedway during a weekend event.
Legal and Professional Repercussions
Howell was arrested, charged with assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury, and briefly held before posting bond, after which she was released pending further court proceedings.
The 23XI Racing executive joined the team in late 2021 after a stint in account management, and was promoted to senior account manager in January 2024, a role that involved overseeing sponsor relations and partnership activations.
In a statement, NASCAR said the suspension is effective immediately and that the organization will continue to monitor the situation as the legal process unfolds.