A heartbreaking case of domestic violence has left the Dalton community in mourning after three lives were cut short last week. The victims include married couple Kevin and Rebeca Akins, along with Kevin’s girlfriend Cindel Rhoden, who was five months pregnant with his child.
Police investigation reveals a disturbing timeline, with Kevin allegedly killing his wife at their home before driving to Cindel’s apartment where he apparently shot her and then himself. The discovery came after coworkers reported Rebeca missing, prompting a welfare check that uncovered the first crime scene.
The human toll of this tragedy extends beyond the victims themselves. Rebeca’s family faces uncertainty about funeral funding due to complex insurance circumstances, while Cindel leaves behind two daughters who must now navigate life without their mother. Both families have turned to crowdfunding to help cover expenses, with Rebeca’s sister describing her as “generous” and “full of joy,” and Cindel’s family remembering her as a “vibrant” mother doing her best in difficult circumstances.
