Tierne Ewing, a 48-year-old woman from West Finley, Pennsylvania, tragically died on August 30, 2016. She was found dead in a barn near Walnut Valley Road, having been shot twice - once in the body and once in the head. Tierne's husband, Kevin Ewing, was found at the scene with a self-inflicted gunshot wound and was later declared brain dead.
Kevin Ewing, 47, was accused of abducting Tierne at gunpoint from his mother's house earlier that day. He had been released on $100,000 bail just weeks earlier, despite a history of abuse and previous charges of kidnapping and torturing Tierne. The couple had a long history of domestic violence, with Tierne's parents recounting numerous instances of abuse.
Following Tierne's death, Kevin Ewing was charged with her murder, aggravated assault, terroristic threats, false imprisonment, and other related crimes. Despite the serious nature of these charges, he was released on bail, which led to significant criticism from the prosecutor handling the case. The case raised questions about the handling of bail and the conditions of release for individuals accused of severe domestic violence.
Tierne Ewing's death was ruled a homicide, and her husband's actions were seen as the direct cause. The tragic incident highlighted the severe consequences of domestic violence and the challenges in ensuring the safety of victims even after legal actions are taken against their abusers.
