On July 26, 2017, 27-year-old Molly McLain of Guildhall, Vermont, was tragically murdered by her estranged husband, Jason Kendall. The killing occurred in their Maidstone home, followed by Kendall's suicide.
Before the murder, McLain had obtained a restraining order against Kendall and was taking steps to leave him. The tragedy highlights the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help for those in abusive relationships.