Mother’s Tragic Death in Domestic Violence Case | Lexington News

A devoted mother and her five-year-old daughter were brutally murdered in a horrific home invasion by her ex-boyfriend, Dario Williams — the father of her child — who allegedly drove a FedEx truck into their home and stabbed her. Candice Mackie, 34, was killed during a second surgery after sustaining fatal injuries; her family recalls her fierce love for her daughter and their desperate attempts to help her escape an abusive relationship. Williams, who has pleaded not guilty, had a prior domestic violence arrest warrant that went unserved before this tragedy. The case underscores the deadly risks victims face even when trying to flee abuse — as Candice’s family now turns their focus to protecting and raising her young daughter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/66854f60cec0ae10