- Tragic Incident: Anthony Nephew, a 46-year-old Minnesota man, shot himself, his wife, ex-partner, and two children after Donald Trump’s election victory.
- Mental Health Issues: Nephew had a history of mental health struggles and expressed anger over Trump’s election.
- Victims:
- Ex-partner Erin Abramson (47)
- Son Jacob Nephew (15)
- Wife Kathryn Nephew (45)
- Son Oliver Nephew (7)
- Motivation: Police haven’t determined a motive, but Nephew’s social media posts suggest anti-Trump sentiments and mental health concerns.
A devastating incident unfolded in Duluth, Minnesota, where Anthony Nephew, a 46-year-old father, took the lives of his family members and eventually his own, following Donald Trump’s election victory. Authorities discovered five bodies in two homes, with Nephew’s ex-partner, Erin Abramson, and their 15-year-old son, Jacob, found dead in one residence, and his wife, Kathryn, and 7-year-old son, Oliver, found in another ¹.
Nephew’s social media posts revealed his struggles with mental health and opposition to Trump’s presidency. In a chilling warning, he wrote about the stigma surrounding mental health issues in the US, stating that “for millions of Americans, a breakdown leads to suicide — or homicide before suicide” ¹.
The police are still investigating the motive behind the shootings, but Nephew’s online presence suggests a complex interplay of mental health concerns, political dissatisfaction, and personal struggles. This tragic event highlights the need for increased awareness and support for mental health issues in the US.
