A Michigan motorist who allegedly left a great-grandmother for dead after backing over her with her vehicle has accepted a plea agreement that will see her serve jail time on weekends rather than in continuous custody. Stephanie Holt, 32, pleaded no contest in July to failure to stop at the scene of an accident when at fault, causing death, in connection with the fatal incident involving 76-year-old Mary Hulswit.
Background
The case originated in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, where Hulswit was found unresponsive at the foot of her driveway on Nov. 1, 2025. Investigators determined that Holt struck Hulswit with her car while backing out of her own driveway. According to reports from Detroit Fox affiliate WJBK, Holt drove away from the scene after the collision but eventually returned and turned herself in to police. Prosecutors stated that Hulswit sustained injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle and was declared dead at the scene. Hulswit was a great-grandmother to one child and is survived by her husband of 55 years, two children, three grandchildren, and several siblings.
The Charges
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office announced the sentencing details following Holt’s no contest plea. Holt was sentenced to two years of probation and 365 days in jail, which will be served on a weekend schedule. The court ordered Holt to spend 100 weekends in jail, beginning each Friday at 5 p.m. Additionally, she is prohibited from having any contact with the victim’s family and was ordered to complete 200 hours of community service. The charges fall under Michigan state law regarding leaving the scene of an accident involving death.
Key Takeaways
- Stephanie Holt pleaded no contest to failure to stop at the scene of an accident causing death.
- The victim, 76-year-old Mary Hulswit, was found dead at her home in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, on Nov. 1, 2025.
- Holt will serve 365 days in jail over the course of 100 weekends, starting Fridays at 5 p.m.
- The sentence includes two years of probation, 200 hours of community service, and a no-contact order with the victim’s family.
- Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido emphasized the severity of leaving an injury accident scene.
What's Next
With the sentencing finalized, Holt must now begin serving her 100-weekend jail term, with each stint starting on Fridays at 5 p.m. She will also enter a two-year probation period during which she is required to complete 200 hours of community service and maintain strict no-contact with the victim’s family. The court will monitor her compliance with these conditions to ensure the terms of the plea agreement are met.