Bradley Caraway faces charges of murder, DUI, and leaving the scene of an accident following a tragic rollover crash that claimed the life of University of Louisville cheerleader Shanae Moorman.
Bradley Caraway’s second attempt at a jury trial, spanning seven years, resumed on Thursday, delving into witness testimonies
The fatal incident occurred in the early hours of August 6, 2016, on the I-64 ramp connecting to the Gene Snyder Freeway. Prosecutors assert that Bradley Caraway, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, was behind the wheel of his Honda sedan at the time.
Moorman lost her life in the accident, while Bradley Caraway was discovered three hours later on the Gene Snyder Freeway. Authorities reported that he appeared intoxicated, without shoes or a shirt, displaying signs of involvement in a traffic crash. Throughout the trial, seven character witnesses were called upon to provide testimonies aimed at helping the jury determine Bradley Caraway’s role in the crash.
Thursday’s proceedings commenced with the prosecution presenting video footage from an LMPD officer’s body camera recorded on that fateful morning. Witness Kenneth McPeters described encountering the overturned vehicle on I-64 and assisting an officer in rescuing Shanae Moorman, who was trapped beneath it.
The defense also questioned Ronald Ford, a friend of Moorman, who detailed their activities leading up to the accident
He mentioned that Moorman had parked her car at his Highlands residence, where they began drinking with friends. Later, they took an Uber to a concert at Fourth Street Live, but Moorman eventually separated from Ford to meet her ex-boyfriend, Brad Gant, who testified about their interactions that evening.
Video evidence showed Moorman meeting Bradley Caraway at a bar. The defense’s primary argument centers on disputing Bradley Caraway’s role as the driver of his Honda sedan. On the first day of the trial, doubts were cast on the initial investigation, citing errors in the car’s location, prompting a return to the scene for further documentation. The prosecution revisited scene mapping with the initial responding traffic unit on Thursday.
The trial is anticipated to extend beyond a week, and if Bradley Caraway is found guilty, he could face a minimum of 20 years in prison.
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