A Danville woman has been arrested for the death of a local man who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Sunday. Vermilion County Coroner Jane McFadden identified the man as 58 year old Michael Woestman of Danville. She confirmed that he died after being hit by a vehicle.
39 year old Lou-Ann St. Onge of Danville has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death. Her bond was set Monday at $1 million.
Danville Police say they responded to the area of Bowman Ave and Griggs Street Sunday night in reference to a pedestrian having been struck by a vehicle. Officers foundWoestman with severe injuries. The victim was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
During the investigation, officers got a description of the vehicle that hit the man and then drove away from the scene. Officers located the vehicle in the 1100 block of Martin Street, made contact with the driver, identified as St. Onge. Officers discovered that she and the victim were in a dating relationship.
The investigation is continuing, Danville police said. Anyone who has information regarding this incident is asked to call Danville Police at (217) 431-2250. Or call Vermilion County Crime Stoppers at (217) 446-TIPS.