Isabella Lewis, a 34-year-old pregnant woman from Fayetteville, North Carolina, was tragically killed on December 20, 2020. She was shot by her husband, Keith Lewis, in a murder-suicide incident. Isabella, who was nine months pregnant, was due to have her fourth baby girl on Christmas and had planned to name her unborn child Isabella.
Keith Lewis, a Staff Sergeant in the Army Special Operations Command stationed at Fort Bragg, shot his wife before turning the gun on himself.
The couple's three-year-old daughter, Callie, was present in the home at the time of the incident but was not injured.
Family members revealed that Keith Lewis had a history of post-traumatic stress disorder and had previously threatened his wife. He was on PTSD medication and would become violent when he consumed alcohol.
The incident left the family in deep sorrow, with loved ones remembering Isabella as a vivacious, fun, and lighthearted person who was dedicated to serving others.
The tragic event highlights the devastating impact of untreated mental health issues and the importance of seeking help for those struggling with PTSD and other psychiatric conditions.
