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Horror at the Lake

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Nov 9, 2021
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ANECDOTE

Garage Discovery And 911 Panic

  • Carlos Hallowell called 911 frantic after finding his mother Denice with an axe embedded in her head while she was still breathing faintly. Deputies attempted CPR but Denice was later pronounced dead at the scene.
ANECDOTE

Past Abuse Allegations And Arrest

  • Years earlier Denice faced child abuse allegations when her younger adopted son Angel accused her of severe mistreatment and authorities removed both boys. The episode resulted in Denice's arrest, intense publicity, and later release when prosecutors declined to file charges.
ADVICE

Verify Allegations With Records

  • Review independent records and witness accounts before accepting serious allegations at face value. Denice's attorney used school, medical, and diary records to challenge the abuse claims and secure her release.
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