Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Life of Louisiana Mother of Two
Beloved beautician, 28, who was mother-of-two is named victim of murder-suicide after husband killed her then turned gun on himself

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Meridian Thomas Woodson, a 28-year-old mother from Elmwood, New Orleans, was fatally shot by her ex-husband, Kody Woodson, during a domestic dispute. Following the incident, Kody turned the gun on himself. The couple was undergoing a contentious divorce amid allegations of domestic violence.
- 01Meridian Thomas Woodson was shot and killed on May 28 in Elmwood, New Orleans.
- 02Her ex-husband, Kody Woodson, 30, shot her before committing suicide.
- 03The couple was in the process of a divorce with a history of domestic violence allegations.
- 04Meridian was remembered as a devoted mother and a compassionate individual by friends.
- 05A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support her two daughters, aged four and seven.
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Meridian Thomas Woodson, a 28-year-old mother of two from Elmwood, New Orleans, was tragically killed in an apparent murder-suicide involving her ex-husband, Kody Woodson, 30. The incident occurred on May 28, when Kody allegedly shot Meridian in their apartment before turning the gun on himself. Authorities discovered Kody in his vehicle nearby with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Despite being transported to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries the following day. Reports indicate that the couple was in the midst of a contentious divorce, with court records revealing a turbulent relationship characterized by allegations of domestic violence and custody disputes over their daughters. Friends and family have expressed their grief, highlighting Meridian's kindness and dedication as a mother. A GoFundMe campaign has been established to assist her daughters, aged four and seven, in the wake of this tragedy.
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The tragic event has deeply affected the local community, sparking conversations about domestic violence and mental health.
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