Two Sentenced for 2020 Hit-and-Run that Killed Philadelphia Cyclist

Ranisha Hackley was sentenced to 7.5 to 15 years in prison for the hit-and-run death of cyclist William 'Will' Lindsay, who was struck while riding his bike in Philadelphia on July 12, 2020. Hackley fled the scene and attempted to cover up the crime, while her boyfriend Hakeem Brown, who was on the phone with her at the time, was sentenced to 1 to 2 years for tampering with evidence. Investigators used surveillance footage and cell phone records to link Hackley to the crash and later located the vehicle, a Chevrolet Camaro, at a repair shop. Lindsay's family expressed their ongoing grief, emphasizing his role as the 'light' of their family. The convictions serve as a warning against reckless driving and subsequent cover-ups, according to the Philadelphia District Attorney's Office. The case highlights the impact of hit-and-run incidents on victims' families and their communities.