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On a tragic day in Athens, West Virginia, the life of 48-year-old Laura Tawney was cut short. On September 7, 2015, the female resident was found at her home, a victim of fatal gun violence. The incident that unfolded was a harrowing case of domestic violence, culminating in a murder-suicide.
Investigations revealed that Laura was shot and killed by her husband. In the immediate aftermath of taking his wife's life, he then turned the gun on himself, ending his own life at the scene. This ...Read More
Investigations revealed that Laura was shot and killed by her husband. In the immediate aftermath of taking his wife's life, he then turned the gun on himself, ending his own life at the scene. This ...Read More
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Laura Tawney
Female
White / Caucasian
Athens
WV
2015-09-07
48
Laura
Tawney
11/04/2025
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I’ve been thinking a lot about the impact on Laura Tawney's neighbors after the incident. I can’... ...Read More
02/08/2023
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