“Michael J. Woestman Identified as Victim in Danville Hit-and-Run Tragedy”

A tragic incident occurred in Danville, as a 58-year-old man named Michael J. Woestman was struck by a vehicle and subsequently died. The incident took place on Sunday, and the driver responsible for the accident has been identified as Lou-Ann St. Onge, a 39-year-old woman from Danville. Onge has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with Woestman’s death.

The police were alerted to the incident at 9:04 p.m. on Sunday and found Mr. Woestman with severe injuries at the intersection of Bowman Avenue and Griggs Street. He was immediately rushed to OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center in Danville, where he was tragically pronounced dead.

The investigation into the incident revealed that Mr. Woestman was hit by a red Chevrolet Blazer, which then fled the scene. However, the vehicle was later located by the police in the 1100 block of Martin Street. The driver, Lou-Ann St. Onge, was found to be in a dating relationship with the victim.

Onge has been charged with second-degree murder, and her bond has been set at $1 million. Her arraignment is scheduled for August 14th. The Danville police are continuing their investigation into the incident to gather more information.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and being aware of pedestrians on the road. It is a devastating loss for the family and friends of Michael J. Woestman, and our thoughts go out to them during this difficult time..