Tara Dawn Carver, a 23-year-old woman from Chillicothe, Ohio, tragically passed away on April 13, 2020. Tara was born on April 19, 1996, in Portsmouth, Ohio, and was the daughter of Jeffrey Ray Carver II and Christie G. Martin. She was a waitress at Roosters and worked as an aide in early childhood development. Tara was also a loving mother to two young sons, Ezekiel James Barrett and Xavier Myles Hiatt.
The circumstances surrounding Tara's death were particularly tragic. On the day of her death, she was involved in a shooting incident at her home on McKellar Street in Chillicothe. According to reports, Tara was accidentally shot in the head by Tyler Hiatt, 24, who was attempting to teach her how to use an AR-15 rifle. In a panicked 911 call, Tyler told the dispatcher that he had accidentally shot Tara and then proceeded to take his own life. Tara was rushed to Adena Regional Medical Center and later airlifted to Grant Medical Center, where she succumbed to her injuries.
The Chillicothe Police Department conducted an investigation into the incident. The case was treated as an accidental shooting, and no charges were filed against Tyler Hiatt posthumously. The investigation concluded that the shooting was indeed accidental, and Tyler's actions were driven by panic and distress.
Tara's death left a profound impact on her family and community. She was remembered as a bubbly and loving person who always had a smile for everyone. Her family set up a GoFundMe page to help cover funeral expenses and received an outpouring of support from friends and loved ones. Tara's legacy lives on through her two sons and the memories she left behind.
In summary, Tara Carver's death was a tragic accident resulting from a shooting incident at her home. The investigation determined that the shooting was accidental, and no legal actions were taken against Tyler Hiatt. Tara is remembered fondly by her family and community for her kind and loving nature.
