In a tragic incident near Detroit, 20-year-old college student Sarah Carroll was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend, Lincoln, who then took his own life. The shooting occurred in Carroll"s apartment on Monday afternoon.
According to police reports, Carroll"s mother revealed that her daughter had sought a restraining order against Lincoln after he had allegedly stalked her for two months following their breakup. The couple had been together for nearly a year before ending their relationship.
Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots. Carroll"s father stated that Lincoln used a shotgun in the attack. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, which has left the community in shock.
This heartbreaking event underscores the ongoing issues of domestic violence and the urgent need for effective protective measures for victims. As previously reported in similar situations, the failure to secure restraining orders can have fatal consequences.