Mother wrote note accusing ex-boyfriend of abuse before her death.

A tragic incident has come to light in which a young mother, Kiena Dawes, took her own life after enduring years of alleged abuse from her ex-boyfriend, Ryan Wellings. The 23-year-old hairdresser left behind a note in which she claimed to have been "murdered" by Wellings. This case is now being heard in the Preston Crown Court, where Wellings is facing charges of manslaughter, assault, and controlling and coercive behavior towards Ms. Dawes during their two-year relationship.

The prosecutor, Paul Greaney KC, informed the jury that on July 22, 2022, Ms. Dawes, who hailed from Fleetwood, Lancashire, drove to a friend's house. Upon reaching there, she let herself in as her friend was taking a shower. She then placed her nine-month-old daughter in her car seat and left. Her next stop was a secluded country lane, where she took her own life by stepping onto a railway line. A suicide note was found in her mobile phone, which she had left with her daughter.

Kiena was a young mother, and her phone note, which was presented as evidence in court, spoke volumes about the hardships she had endured. It read, "The end. I fought hard, I fought long. I went through pain no one could imagine. I was murdered. Ryan Wellings killed me. He ruined every bit of strength I had left. I didn't deserve it." She also hoped that her death would save others by prompting the police to act faster against bullies. She apologized to her daughter for leaving her behind and expressed her desire that her daughter be kept away from her father, whom she referred to as a "monster."

Mr. Greaney explained to the jury that the prosecution's case was based on Ms. Dawes' own words, which clearly stated that her death was a result of Wellings' actions and that he was guilty of her manslaughter. According to the prosecutor, the abuse and violence inflicted upon Kiena by Wellings began right at the start of their relationship and continued for a prolonged period. It is alleged that Wellings exploited Kiena's mental health condition, which resulted in her being diagnosed with an Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder. This disorder made her impulsive, affected her self-esteem, and made it difficult for her to maintain relationships.

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Wellings, on the other hand, maintains that the accusations made by Ms. Dawes against him are either false or exaggerated. He claims that any injuries she may have suffered before her death were a result of his attempts to restrain her or were accidental. The couple first met through Ms. Dawes' brother, who was a friend of Wellings, in January 2020, and they soon started a passionate relationship. Within a few weeks, Wellings got Ms. Dawes' name and face tattooed on his body. When the first Covid lockdown was implemented, Ms. Dawes moved to Dorset, and Wellings soon followed.

However, things took a turn for the worse in May 2020, when a friend of Ms. Dawes visited her flat and found it in a state of disarray. Ms. Dawes confided in her friend that Wellings had tried to strangle her with an iPhone charger cable. On another occasion, he accused her of cheating on him and hurled insults at her, even throwing a stool. He even told her to end her own life. Ms. Dawes fled from the house, but eventually returned to him.

The trial is still ongoing, and the court will continue to hear evidence and testimonies in order to reach a verdict. This serves as a sad reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic abuse, and it is important for people to speak up and seek help if they are in a similar situation. No one deserves to be subjected to such violence and control, and it is our responsibility as a society to support and protect those who are vulnerable.

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