Kiena Dawes: Brave Mum’s Heartfelt Final Wish Before Taking Her Life
Kiena Dawes, a victim of abuse, left a heartbreaking note revealing her final wish for her daughter’s safety
Kiena Dawes, Ryan Wellings, Lancashire, Domestic Abuse, Suicide
Lancashire: It’s a tragic story that really hits home. Kiena Dawes, just 23, took her own life after enduring years of abuse from her partner, Ryan Wellings. Before she left this world, she wrote a heartbreaking note that revealed her final wish for her daughter.
Kiena left her eight-month-old daughter with a friend and went to a railway line where she ended her life in July 2022. In her note, she expressed that she felt “murdered” and wanted her daughter to be kept away from her father, whom she called a monster.
During the trial, it came out that Wellings was found not guilty of manslaughter but guilty of abuse and controlling behavior. Kiena had been through so much, suffering from physical and emotional abuse throughout their relationship. It’s just heartbreaking to think about what she went through.
She had documented the abuse in hidden notes on her phone, disguising them as shopping lists. Kiena’s words were chilling, detailing the threats and insults she faced. On the day she died, she left a note saying, “I fought hard, I fought long,” and that she felt tortured until there was nothing left of her.
This story is a stark reminder of the impact of domestic abuse and the importance of mental health support. If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available to help.