Abuser Smiles at New Girlfriend in Court After Mum’s Tragic Suicide
A court hears shocking details of abuse leading to a mother’s suicide, as her abuser shows no remorse.
Kiena Dawes, Ryan Wellings, Emma Croft, Lancashire, Domestic Violence, Suicide
Blackburn: This story is just heartbreaking. Kiena Dawes faced unimaginable abuse from her boyfriend, Ryan Wellings, before she took her own life. In court, the details of her suffering were laid bare, and it was gut-wrenching to hear.
Ryan was a real piece of work. He threatened Kiena with all sorts of horrific things, even saying he’d throw acid on her face. Can you believe that? And through all this, he had his new girlfriend, Emma Croft, sitting there supporting him. It’s chilling how she looks just like Kiena.
When the verdict was read, Ryan actually smiled at Emma and blew her a kiss. Meanwhile, Kiena’s family was in tears. It’s just so wrong. Kiena had left a note saying Ryan had killed her, and it’s clear she felt completely trapped.
She died on July 22, 2022, just days after Ryan’s last brutal attack. It’s so sad to think about how much pain she went through. The court found Ryan guilty of coercive control and abuse, but he was cleared of manslaughter, which has left many people outraged.
Now, there’s talk of a police investigation into Emma and Kiena’s mother, Lisa Green, for allegedly coaching Ryan during the trial. It’s just a mess. Kiena’s friends described Ryan as a bully, and it’s easy to see why. He drained Kiena emotionally and financially while she worked two jobs.
In her heartbreaking suicide note, Kiena wrote about the torture she endured. She wanted her daughter to be kept away from Ryan, calling him a monster. It’s just so tragic that she felt she had no other way out.
After Kiena’s death, the police are now facing scrutiny for how they handled her reports of abuse. Three officers are set to face disciplinary hearings. It’s a tough reminder of how important it is for victims to be heard and supported.
Ryan will be sentenced soon, but the damage is done. Kiena’s story is a painful reminder of the need for change in how we address domestic violence.