The tragic story of the young cheerleader who was killed by her mother in a Las Vegas hotel has left many in shock and disbelief. The stepmom of the 11-year-old girl, Addi Smith, took to social media to plead for help in finding her daughter and her troubled mother, Tawnia McGeehan, before their bodies were discovered in an apparent murder-suicide.
The haunting plea for information was shared on Facebook by McKennly Smith, Addi’s stepmom, along with a missing persons poster showing a photo of Addi and her mom smiling together. The last known location listed on the poster was the New York New York Hotel in Las Vegas, where the tragic incident took place.
Concerned family members contacted the police after Addi and her mom failed to show up for a cheer competition, prompting a visit to their room at the Rio Hotel & Casino. Despite not getting a response at the door and finding no immediate signs of danger, police initially left the scene. However, family members persisted in their efforts to check on the mother and daughter, leading hotel security to eventually enter the room and discover their lifeless bodies.
It was later revealed that McGeehan, who was involved in a custody dispute with her ex-husband, Brad Smith, had left behind a suicide note. The devastating news of Addi’s death shook the cheer community, with her team, Xtreme Cheer, expressing their profound grief and love for the young cheerleader.
The loss of Addi has left a void in the hearts of those who knew her, and her memory will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to have known her. The tragic circumstances surrounding her death serve as a stark reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and the devastating impact it can have on families and communities. May Addi rest in peace, and may her story serve as a reminder to cherish and protect the ones we love.
