A woman in Florida, who entered a relationship with her mother’s boyfriend after her mother passed away from breast cancer, fatally stabbed him following their marriage.

Danielle Redlick admitted to the killing of her spouse and former stepfather, Michael Redlick, 65, claiming self-defense on January 11, 2019. However, her daughter expressed concerns for her brother’s safety, describing Danielle as masking her true nature. When Danielle was 22, she initiated a romantic involvement with Michael, who was 39 at the time, stating that they bonded after her mother succumbed to an aggressive form of breast cancer.

After her mother’s death, Michael frequented the bar where Danielle worked, and their relationship evolved into a romantic one. Initially enjoying his worldly and intelligent nature, Danielle eventually found herself in a tragic situation where she fatally stabbed her former stepfather-turned-husband, as reported by the Mirror US.

Different versions of events regarding Michael’s death emerged from Danielle over time. Initially, she informed the 911 operator that she believed her husband had suffered a heart attack at their Orange County residence. Despite avoiding a second-degree murder conviction, she received probation for evidence tampering by cleaning the crime scene.

Danielle’s adult daughter, Jadyn, urged authorities to enforce a no-contact order to protect herself and her brother from their mother’s influence. Jadyn’s plea emphasized concerns about Danielle’s true character and the potential risks she posed. Allegations of physical abuse by Michael and claims of Danielle being on a dating site while her husband lay dead were made during the prosecution’s case.

Following the murder, Danielle did not seek help or attempt life-saving measures for Michael, who eventually bled to death. Subsequently, Danielle attempted suicide and only called emergency services 11 hours post the incident. Jadyn testified in court about her mother’s toxic and manipulative behavior, highlighting Danielle as the primary source of toxicity in their relationship.

Danielle was eventually released in 2022 after receiving credit for time served, with letters submitted by ministry volunteers supporting her during her time in jail.