Woman learns man who attacked her killed a young mother years later
Summary
C.C. Opanowski was attacked by her ex-boyfriend Shawn Doyle in 1996 in Hudson Falls, New York. Years later, she learned Doyle was arrested for killing a young mother, Lori Leonard, whom he had dated briefly.Key Facts
- In 1996, Shawn Doyle attacked C.C. Opanowski by restraining her and cutting off her ponytail with scissors.
- Opanowski escaped when her friend noticed her distress during a phone call and called the police.
- Police response at the time was inadequate, interviewing both Opanowski and Doyle together and not immediately arresting him.
- Doyle was charged with menacing, harassment, and trespassing, and pleaded guilty to menacing, receiving three years' probation.
- Opanowski moved away and transferred colleges to get away from Doyle.
- In 2005, Opanowski learned Doyle was arrested for murdering Lori Leonard, a mother of two.
- Lori Leonard had briefly dated Doyle after meeting him online, but broke up due to his violent behavior.
- The story was covered by "48 Hours," highlighting changes in how police handle domestic violence cases.
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