On Saturday night, a tragic incident occurred on the outer loop, resulting in the death of a 45-year-old woman. The Jefferson County Coroner identified the victim as Crystal Daniel, who lived near the incident. Daniel was hit by a car in the 7700 block of the Outer Loop and was later pronounced dead at UofL Hospital.
Suspect and arrest: The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) quickly arrested a suspect, 37-year-old Michael Daly, who was charged with homicide in connection with Danielle’s death. According to the arrest report, Daly was speeding at the time of the incident when he struck Daniels on a pedestrian.
Further events: After the initial hit, Daly was involved in a second crash a short time later in the 8300 block of Johnson School Road. He suffered minor injuries and was treated at UofL Hospital, where he was taken into custody by police.
Testimony and Acknowledgment: Key evidence in the case includes dash cam footage that reportedly shows Daly hitting Crystal Daniels. In a statement given to the police, Dal admitted that he had been depressed and had been drinking alcohol for the entire day before the incident.
The case highlights the dangers of impaired driving and its tragic consequences. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to examine the full circumstances of the fatal accident. Dahl faces serious charges as the trial moves forward.
