Night Watch: Daisy Link – She Killed Her Abuser, Then Got Pregnant in Prison

Crime House Daily, Hosted by Katie Ring
Date: November 3, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of Crime House Daily’s Night Watch dives into the headline-grabbing case of Daisy Link, a Homestead, Florida woman convicted of killing her alleged abuser and later making news by becoming pregnant in prison. Host Katie Ring unpacks the events that led to Pedro Jimenez’s death, explores the controversial details of Daisy’s time in jail, her highly publicized pregnancy, and follows the case right through to the recent second-degree murder conviction.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Crime and Its Context

[05:15] Katie introduces Daisy Link’s case:

• Daisy Link was arrested in 2022 for fatally shooting her long-term partner, Pedro Jimenez.
• At trial, Daisy claimed self-defense in response to years of alleged abuse; prosecutors argued she lied and acted deliberately.
• Notably, Daisy gained national attention after becoming pregnant while in jail, allegedly with another inmate she never met in person.

Domestic Abuse Background:

• Daisy and Pedro began dating in 2013, had two kids, and lived together in Homestead, FL.
• Daisy alleged escalating abuse, with Pedro’s behavior characterized as toxic and violent, especially when using drugs.
• Daisy’s attempts to leave were met with threats and violence, emphasizing the heightened danger victims face during separation.

“Leaving is the most dangerous time for women in abusive relationships. In fact, 70% of women who are murdered by their abuser are murdered after they leave.”
— Katie Ring [08:20]

2. The Shooting

[17:15] Sequence of Events on June 24–25, 2022:

• Pedro, after repeated confrontations and violence, left and returned to Daisy’s home multiple times.
• According to prosecutors, Daisy retrieved one of Pedro’s hidden guns and waited for his return.
• When Pedro came back, Daisy confronted him, and after an altercation, shot him as he ran away. She claimed she meant only a warning shot.

Ring Camera Footage:

• The footage captured Daisy saying, “I hit a major artery. You’ll be fine.” [22:55]
• Prosecutors argued this showed Daisy’s demeanor post-shooting was inconsistent with self-defense.

Daisy’s Initial Police Interaction:

• Daisy initially lied, claiming she found Pedro injured outside.
• She later confessed after being confronted by police and her family’s statements.

“I killed him. I loved him. I loved him so much.”
— Daisy Link, Police Interview [26:40]

3. Daisy’s Pregnancy in Prison

[30:10] The Jailhouse Pregnancy Scheme:

• Daisy, in solitary confinement, began a relationship with fellow inmate Juwan Depos through notes exchanged via prison vent systems.
• With contraband ingenuity, the two orchestrated Daisy’s pregnancy by passing semen through the vents, which Daisy used to inseminate herself.

Repercussions and Reactions:

• Jail officials were initially skeptical and later alarmed, leading to increased restrictions.
• Daisy hoped her pregnancy would secure release or improved conditions, but it did not.
• Paternity tests confirmed Juwan Depos as the biological father.

“The jail should actually thank me. I found a huge breach in their security.”
— Daisy Link, media statement [41:50]

• The case triggered changes in prison procedures around inmate interaction and medication access.

4. Legal Tactics and the Trial

[48:35] Defense Strategies:

• Daisy’s lawyers invoked Florida’s “stand your ground” law, but the judge rejected this defense due to:
  • Daisy’s “unserious” demeanor post-shooting.
  • The fact that Pedro was running away when shot.

Trial Proceedings (October 8, 2025):

• Prosecution: Argued Daisy acted out of rage, not defense; presented body cam footage and inconsistencies in Daisy’s statements.
• Defense: Focused on Pedro’s documented abuse and Daisy’s repeated attempts to distance herself.
• Testimony from Daisy’s family corroborated the abuse but became entangled in alleged violations of witness sequestration.

Daisy on the Stand [58:00]:

• Spoke to her terror in the days leading to the shooting, her fraught relationship with Pedro, and her lingering love despite his violence.

Key Testimony:

• Daisy’s 11-year-old son described regular domestic violence from Pedro Sr. and the incident where Pedro Sr. shot at Daisy and beat her.

The Verdict and Aftermath:

• Jury deliberated less than two hours and found Daisy guilty of second-degree murder.

“It’s a very sad situation for her, for her kids and for the family because we all lived through this event. It’s traumatizing to everyone. I don’t wish this upon anyone.”
— Crystal (Daisy’s sister) [65:10]

• Daisy awaits sentencing, with a hearing set for November 21, 2025. Appeals are planned.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On abuse and leaving:
  “Leaving is the most dangerous time for women in abusive relationships…” — Katie Ring [08:20]
• On Daisy’s confession:
  “I killed him. I loved him. I loved him so much.” — Daisy Link [26:40]
• On the pregnancy scandal:
  “The jail should actually thank me. I found a huge breach in their security.” — Daisy Link [41:50]
• Sister’s reaction to verdict:
  “It’s traumatizing to everyone. I don’t wish this upon anyone.” — Crystal [65:10]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00–03:00 – Show intro and Daisy Link’s case headlines
• 05:15–09:00 – Abuse background and relationship history
• 17:15–27:00 – Night of shooting and immediate aftermath
• 30:10–44:30 – Prison life, relationship with Juwan Depos, and pregnancy scheme
• 48:35–58:30 – Legal maneuvers and the “stand your ground” rejection
• 58:00–65:30 – Trial highlights, Daisy’s testimony, family involvement, verdict
• 65:10–end – Family’s reaction, sentencing preview, and next steps

Conclusion

Katie Ring provides a comprehensive, suspenseful account of the Daisy Link case, from its tragic origins to its headline-making twists in jail, culminating in a high-profile trial and conviction. Through interviews, trial details, and broader context on domestic abuse, the episode paints a complex picture of justice, trauma, and desperation. The story, layered and ongoing, will be closely followed by Crime House Daily.

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