ATLANTA, Ga. — A Georgia man has been arrested in Indiana on multiple felony charges, including murder, following the stabbing death of his ex-wife, a surgical resident at Morehouse School of Medicine, police stated Monday.
Mickey Anthony Woolery, 49, was apprehended in Carmel, Indiana, shortly after the incident that claimed the life of Samantha Woolery, found deceased in her Marietta apartment. Facing charges such as felony murder, malice murder, aggravated assault, and aggravated battery, Woolery is poised for extradition to Georgia where he will stand trial.
Authorities believe Woolery left Georgia following the fatal altercation, retreating to his primary residence in Indiana. His swift arrest came as investigators pieced together the events leading to the deadly encounter at the Lakeside at Town Center apartment complex.
Samantha Woolery was discovered on Sunday, showing signs of a violent overnight attack. Initial reports from police detailed visible cuts on her body, suggesting a struggle had occurred. This incident adds to a concerning rise in domestic violence cases, prompting local law enforcement and community leaders to call for increased awareness and preventive measures.
The case has shocked the community, particularly those at the Morehouse School of Medicine, where Samantha was pursuing her residency. Colleagues and friends described her as a dedicated professional, committed to her field and compassionate towards her patients.
With Mickey Woolery’s extradition process underway, authorities are meticulous in their preparation for a trial that is likely to draw significant attention due to the brutal nature of the crime and the involvement of a medical professional.
As the legal proceedings evolve, further details are expected to emerge about the motive and the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. The community, meanwhile, mourns the loss of a promising medical resident whose future was violently cut short.
This tragic incident serves as a poignant reminder of the hidden dangers of domestic strife that can escalate into lethal confrontations, leaving behind a trail of sorrow and unanswered questions within the community.