Driver charged with murder in SF hit‑and‑run that killed 74-year-old: DA
ABC7 San Francisco • • nation
Key Points:
- A 30-year-old San Francisco driver has been charged with murder for allegedly hitting 74-year-old pedestrian Dannielle Spillman with his car and leaving the scene after a confrontation over blocking the sidewalk.
- The suspect's attorney claims the incident was self-defense, stating the driver feared for his family's safety after the victim allegedly poured liquid, possibly gasoline, on the vehicle.
- Court documents and eyewitnesses describe the victim walking alongside the car, spilling liquid on it, then being struck and dragged by the vehicle, resulting in her death at the scene.
- The suspect, who has no criminal history, did not enter a plea and was emotionally supported by family at his arraignment; prosecutors are seeking to hold him without bail due to public safety concerns.
- The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the San Francisco Police Department tip line.
