Ohio – In a disturbing case in Ohio, a 44-year-old woman, identified as M. Lattimore, has been charged with the murder of her 72-year-old mother, identified as M. Lewis. The attack, which involved multiple stabbings, occurred as the elder woman was seated in a recliner in the living room of her own home.
The authorities disclosed that on the evening of October 30, 2024, at approximately 11:24 p.m., they responded to a distressing call from a residence on 14th Avenue. The call was about a stabbing at the home. Upon their arrival, officers encountered a gravely injured Lewis, who had suffered multiple stab wounds. Despite the immediate efforts of emergency medical teams who rushed her to the hospital, Lewis succumbed to her injuries and was declared deceased shortly after her arrival at the hospital.
Authorities were able to quickly identify the suspect as Lattimore, who was still at the scene of the crime. She was arrested without incident and taken to jail, where she was held pending further proceedings.
The severity of the situation became clearer after police obtained a probable cause affidavit, which included an eyewitness account from Lewis’ son—Lattimore’s brother—who was present at the time of the attack. He reported seeing his sister approaching his mother from behind while she was sitting in the living room and making stabbing motions. Despite his attempts to intervene and his immediate call to 911, he could not prevent the fatal outcome. During the call, he explicitly identified his sister as the assailant, confirming that she was still in the house.
The 911 recordings, described by local media as too disturbing to broadcast, painted a vivid picture of the dire situation that unfolded that evening. Police later confirmed that Lewis had sustained multiple stab wounds to her face, neck, and head. However, they have not yet released any details concerning the motive behind this horrific act.
The local community expressed profound shock and grief over the incident. A neighbor, D. Williams, remembered Lewis as a “lovely person” who was deeply caring. Williams, along with others in the neighborhood, struggled to come to terms with the violence that had taken Lewis’s life so abruptly.
As of the last reports, Lattimore had opted not to speak with police investigators and was awaiting a court appearance scheduled for the afternoon following her arrest. Her legal representation’s comments or any statements from her have not been disclosed to the public.
The case has deeply affected the local community, leaving many to mourn the loss of Lewis and to question what could drive a daughter to commit such an act against her mother. The investigation remains active, with authorities urging anyone who might have information related to the case to come forward and assist in shedding light on this tragic event.
As this case continues to develop, it serves as a somber reminder of the complex and often hidden dynamics that can exist within families, sometimes with devastating consequences. The community and the victim’s family now await further details and justice in upcoming legal proceedings.
