Virginia Woman Strangled After Ending Relationship, Investigation Reveals
Katlyn Lyon Montgomery, a Virginia woman, was found murdered in her apartment on October 7, 2022, after being strangled, according to CBS News. Initial suspicions pointed to a drug overdose when first responders arrived at the scene, prompted by a 911 call from Montgomery's roommate, Jacob Piercy, after Montgomery's daughter, Milani, alerted him to her mother's condition. However, medical staff at the hospital noticed injuries on Montgomery's head and neck, leading investigators to uncover the truth behind her death.
The investigation revealed that Montgomery had been strangled. According to CBS News, the crime occurred while her young daughter was sleeping nearby. Crystal Sale, Montgomery's mother, recounted the harrowing experience of seeing her daughter in the hospital, stating, "I walk into the hospital, saw my daughter there, and I watched them do CPR, and I'll never forget that."
The "48 Hours" episode, "The Sneak Attack on Katlyn Lyon," which aired on CBS and streamed on Paramount, delved into the details of the case. Lead investigator Robbie Burnette with Virginia's Bedford County Sheriff's Office worked to piece together the events leading to Montgomery's death.
Montgomery's family, including her sisters Sherry Cox and Tina Hopkins, stepped in to support Sale and care for Milani. Cox was taking care of Milani while also checking on Montgomery in the hospital. Cox stated she knew the situation was bad, but at first, she didn't know what had happened to Katlyn. Hopkins recalled Cox telling her that "something was wrong with Katlyn but they didn't know."
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not released further details about potential suspects or motives. The case highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help when ending a potentially dangerous relationship.
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