Millicent Lavon Blair-Arnett, a 40-year-old African American woman from Durham, North Carolina, tragically passed away on May 22, 2013. Millicent was born on October 12, 1972, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Herbert L. Blair and Barbara W. Blair. She was a dedicated and loving mother of two sons and a speech pathologist by profession. Millicent was known for her warm and caring nature, and she was actively involved in her community and church activities.
On the afternoon of May 22,
2013, Millicent Lavon Blair-Arnett was found dead in the parking lot of the Duke Forest Place office building in Durham. The incident was ruled a domestic murder-suicide by the Durham police. Millicent's ex-husband, Anthony Carl Arnett, 45, was identified as the perpetrator. According to reports, the couple had been divorced for several years and had two children together. The tragic event unfolded around 3:20 p.m. when police were called to the scene after hearing gunshots.
Upon arrival, officers found Millicent lying in the parking lot, where she was pronounced dead at the scene. Anthony Arnett, who was also present, shot himself as the officers approached and was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. The investigation revealed that Millicent had taken out a protective order against her ex-husband due to alleged domestic violence. The couple had been involved in a contentious custody battle for five years, with Anthony Arnett filing new paperwork just a day before the incident, alleging that Millicent had been sabotaging their custody agreement.
The tragic death of Millicent Lavon Blair-Arnett highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of protective measures for victims. Her passing left a void in the lives of her family, friends, and the community she served so faithfully.
