Etab Makhoul, a 36-year-old woman of Syrian descent, tragically lost her life on September 14, 2014, in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The incident was determined to be a murder-suicide, as her ex-husband, Mouwaffak Mahkoul, also died at the scene. The bodies were discovered outside Etab's home on the 1900 block of East Greenleaf Street.
Authorities concluded that Mouwaffak Mahkoul fatally shot Etab before taking his own life.
The Lehigh County Coroner's Office confirmed that both deaths were a result of gunshot wounds. The investigation revealed that the couple had a history of domestic disputes, which likely contributed to the tragic outcome.
No arrests were made in connection with the incident, as it was determined to be a murder-suicide. The case did not lead to any further litigations or ongoing investigations, as the deaths were ruled as a result of the actions of Mouwaffak Mahkoul.
Etab Makhoul was remembered fondly by her friends, neighbors, and church community as a wonderful mother and a beloved member of the community. Her untimely death left a significant impact on those who knew her.
