Man charged in hit-and-run that killed 4-year-old, injured girlfriend wants to enter a plea bargain

MILWAUKEE — The man who was accused of a hit and run that left a 4-year-old dead and her 27-year-old mother injured wants to enter into a plea deal.

What You Need To Know

  • Donald Crayton was charged in a hit-and-run that left a 4-year-old dead and her 27-year-old mother injured
  • He is living with the two victims, and dating the mother, Gloria Hymes
  • His attorney said they were working on a resolution to the case

Donald Crayton faces the following charges related to the case:

  • 1 felony count of hit and run involving death
  • 1 felony count of knowing operating [a vehicle] while suspended, causing death
  • 1 felony count of hit and run involving great bodily harm
  • 1 felony count of knowing operating [a vehicle] while suspended, causing great bodily harm
  • 1 misdemeanor count of resisting or obstructing an officer
  • 1 felony count of solicitation of vehicle operator flee/elude officer
  • 1 felony count of second degree reckless homicide — habitual criminality repeater

According to online court records, on Nov. 21, Crayton’s attorney said they were working on a resolution to the case.

A plea and sentencing hearing was scheduled for Jan. 7, 2026…

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