Ryan Wellings Sentencing Updates as Kiena Dawes’ Ex Learns Fate Over Abuse
Ryan Wellings faces sentencing today for the abuse of Kiena Dawes, who tragically took her own life after enduring years of torment
Kiena Dawes, Ryan Wellings, Preston, Lancashire, Domestic Abuse, Suicide
Preston: A tragic story has unfolded as Ryan Wellings is about to learn his fate. He subjected his former fiancée, Kiena Dawes, to years of horrific abuse. Sadly, Kiena took her own life, leaving behind a heartbreaking note.
During a six-week trial, the jury heard the painful details of what Kiena endured. Wellings, 30, was found guilty of assault and controlling behavior but cleared of manslaughter. Kiena, just 23, left behind her baby girl and a note that revealed her deep pain.
In her final words, Kiena described feeling “murdered” by Wellings. She was found dead on a railway track in July 2022, and her note expressed the torment she faced. It’s gut-wrenching to think about what she went through.
Wellings, a landscape gardener, claimed their relationship was loving and denied that his actions led to her death. However, the court found that his abuse played a significant role in Kiena’s tragic decision to end her life.
As he awaits sentencing, Kiena’s mother, Angela, shared her heartbreak. She described her daughter as the “sweetest, kindest and gentlest person.” Angela hopes no one else has to endure what Kiena did.
It’s a tough situation, and while Wellings may not face manslaughter charges, the convictions for assault and coercive control show that domestic abuse will not go unpunished. Kiena’s story is a painful reminder of the impact of such violence.