Family Law

Canton, Mississippi man kills ex-wife over custody dispute

By Robert M. Kisselburgh, Esq.

Canton, Mississippi woman killed by ex-husband

A Canton, Mississippi man, Joseph Reith, allegedly beat his ex-wife with an iron wrench and stabbed her to death Tuesday evening in Canton, Mississippi. The Clarion-Ledger states that the couple were arguing about the custody of their 5-year-old son. According to the Madison County Chancery Court records, Reith filed for divorce from his wife in May, 2009 and a Judgment for Divorce was granted on November 5, 2009. Now a five-year-old child is without a mother and his father is probably headed to jail.

This case highlights the problems of domestic violence in family law cases. Emotions run high, especially when it comes to the custody of children, and there are some who resort to violence to settle the disputes. If you are involved in a divorce or custody proceedings and there is any threat of violence against you, there are laws that can protect you. If you have been threatened, get help immediately. For agencies that can help you, see my previous posts or call your local law enforcement agency and file charges.

Information provided by Robert Kisselburgh, Mississippi Divorce Attorney

Full post as published by Mississippi Family Law Blog on March 25, 2010 (boomark / email).