{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6293a6e0f1d896001572fb8c/681a22b8eb146d8e35258f0a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla","description":"<p>In March 2023, <strong>Meshay Melendez</strong> and her daughter <strong>Layla Stewart</strong> disappeared from Vancouver, Washington. Despite multiple red flags and an active no-contact order, Meshay’s abusive ex-boyfriend, <strong>Kirkland Warren,</strong> was free — with devastating consequences. In this heart-wrenching episode, we uncover the tragic story of Meshay Melendez and her 7-year-old daughter, Layla Stewart, whose lives were cut short. This case shines a light on the cracks in the system when it comes to domestic violence protections and the urgent need for systemic change and nuanced dialogue that produce real change.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we trace the chilling timeline:</p><ul><li>Meshay’s turbulent history with Warren, including prior domestic violence.</li><li>Court decisions that left Warren free despite extreme risk assessments.</li><li>The heartbreaking discovery of Meshay and Layla’s bodies.</li><li>Warren’s shocking criminal past, his manipulation of the legal system, and the final sentencing.</li></ul><p>⚠ If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), text \"START\" to 88788, or visit <a href=\"https://thehotline.org\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">thehotline.org</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Visit our website! </a><a href=\"https://linktr.ee/pnwhauntsandhomicides\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, &amp; more!</a>&nbsp;If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us &amp; possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at <a href=\"mailto:pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or use this <a href=\"https://forms.gle/aN5hbD8KnbfcccJNA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">link</a>. There are so many ways that you can support the show: <a href=\"https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hauntshomicides\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">BuyMeACoffee</a>, <a href=\"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Spreaker,</a> or by leaving a rating &amp; review on&nbsp;<a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides/id1566754620\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Apple Podcasts</a>. <a href=\"https://pastebin.com/embed_js/mF20gv24?theme=dark\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sources</a></p>","author_name":"PNW Haunts & Homicides"}