Kiena Dawes Shared 11 Heartbreaking Words After Ex’s Release From Jail
Kiena Dawes tragically took her own life after her abusive ex was released, highlighting the urgent need for better protections for victims.
Kiena Dawes, Ryan Wellings, Lancashire, Domestic Abuse, Suicide
Fleetwood: Kiena Dawes was devastated when her abusive boyfriend was let go just hours after she reported him. She had finally found the courage to press charges after he assaulted her in front of their baby.
It’s heartbreaking to think that Kiena spent more time in the hospital than Ryan Wellings did in jail. Just 11 days later, she took her own life, feeling trapped in a cycle of abuse.
Kiena, a hairdresser from Lancashire, was terrified of Wellings. It was only after he brutally attacked her that she decided to go to the police. They documented her injuries, but he was still granted bail, which is just mind-boggling.
Before her tragic death, Kiena wrote a message saying, “I was in hospital longer than he was in the cells.” She left a note naming Wellings as her murderer, and a jury later found him not guilty of manslaughter, which is just so frustrating.
The trial revealed that Wellings had been abusing Kiena for a long time. She was found dead on a railway track after disappearing for a day. It’s just so sad to think about what she went through.
Wellings, who claimed their relationship was loving, had Kiena’s name tattooed on him shortly after they met. He denied responsibility for her death, saying her mental health issues were to blame. But the evidence showed a different story.
Kiena’s heartbreaking suicide note detailed her pain and struggle, saying, “I was murdered. Slowly.” She hoped her story would help others and wanted her daughter kept away from Wellings.
After the trial, a police official spoke about Kiena’s love for her daughter and how Wellings had systematically abused her. It’s a tragic reminder of how serious domestic abuse is and how it can lead to devastating outcomes.
In the UK, two women are killed each week by a current or former partner. If you or someone you know is struggling, there are resources available to help.