Overview
- Melissa Hoskins, a two-time Olympian, tragically died in December 2023 after being struck by a car driven by her husband, Rohan Dennis.
- Rohan Dennis pleaded guilty to an aggravated charge of creating a likelihood of harm but is not criminally responsible for her death.
- During court hearings on April 14, 2025, family members delivered emotional victim impact statements, describing the incident as a tragic accident but criticizing Dennis's lack of apology and perceived self-victimization.
- Prosecutors detailed Dennis's reckless actions during the incident, while his defense argued for a suspended sentence, citing his grief and focus on his children.
- Sentencing is scheduled for May 14, 2025, with potential penalties including up to seven years in prison and a five-year loss of license.