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Kelly Jean Garrison

Kelly Jean Garrison

Kelly Jean Garrison was a teacher from Tampa, Florida. [1]

Personal Life

Garrison was married to Kelley McDonald Jr. and was the sister of Tracy Lynne Runnels. The couple both a 2-year-old daughter. [1]

Garrison and McDonald met in 2009 and married in 2011.

In October 2017, Garrison filed for divorce, citing McDonald's abusive actions towards her.

She was in her second stint teaching primary school grades at Corbett Preparatory School.

Death

On April 5, 2018, Kelly and Tracy were allegedly shot and killed by McDonald Jr. at Tracy's residence in Dawsonville, Georgia. [1] McDonald Jr. also shot a 16-year-old girl in the home, seriously injuring her. [1]

After entering the house at about 8:30 a.m., McDonald shot Garrison’s sister, and then continued through the house and shot the 16-year-old girl.

He then fatally shot his wife and himself.

References

[1]
Citation Linkajc.comTeen shot in murder-suicide recovering; victims ID’d
Apr 6, 2018, 7:56 PM
[2]
Citation Linktampabay.comTampa woman slain in Georgia had sought protection from ex-husband
Apr 6, 2018, 8:01 PM