Mom fatally shoots daughter before taking her own life in Las Vegas hotel after missing cheer competition: cops

A tragic incident unfolded at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, where a mother fatally shot her cheerleader daughter before turning the gun on herself in a heartbreaking murder-suicide. The bodies of the mother and daughter were discovered in their hotel room after they failed to show up for a cheer competition. Although their identities have not been revealed by the authorities, it was confirmed that they were in town for the cheer meet.

Prior to the devastating discovery, Utah Xtreme Cheer had raised the alarm on social media about the disappearance of one of their team members, Addi Smith, and her mother, Tawnia McGeehan, in Las Vegas. Unfortunately, the situation took a tragic turn when it was announced that Addi had passed away following the grim hotel room incident. The cheer team expressed their profound sadness and described Addi as a beloved member of their family.

Authorities believe that the mother, described as being in her 30s, shot her daughter late Saturday before taking her own life. A suicide note was found in the hotel room, and homicide detectives are currently investigating the case to understand the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

In the wake of this heartbreaking incident, support resources are being highlighted for those struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health crises. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988 or visit SuicidePreventionLifeline.org for assistance. Additionally, in New York City, free and confidential crisis counseling is available by calling 1-888-NYC-WELL.

The community is mourning the loss of Addi and her mother, offering condolences and support to their loved ones during this difficult time. As the investigation continues, the hope is that awareness and resources for mental health support will be emphasized to prevent similar tragedies in the future.