Horrifying details of Harmony Montgomery’s death, and the aftermath, revealed in court document
Introduction
In a shocking and deeply disturbing case, the horrifying details surrounding the death of 5-year-old Harmony Montgomery have been revealed in a court document. The document, a 48-page probable cause statement by Manchester Police Det. John Dunleavy, was released after a lawsuit filed by WMUR-TV. The details provide a chilling account of the events leading to Harmony’s death and the subsequent actions taken by her father, Adam Montgomery, and his wife, Kayla Montgomery.
The Tragic Incident
The court document recounts the tragic incident that took place on December 7, 2019. As the Montgomery family, consisting of Adam, Kayla, Harmony, and their two young sons, was driving to Burger King, Harmony soiled her pants in the car. Enraged by this, Adam repeatedly punched the young girl in the face. Kayla later told police that she heard Adam say, “I think I really hurt her this time. I think I did something.”
The Hidden Remains
The document reveals the disturbing actions taken by Adam to hide Harmony’s remains. After the incident, Adam hid her body in various locations over the course of several months. These included an ice cooler, an apartment ceiling, a commercial freezer, and eventually an apartment refrigerator/freezer.
The Montgomery Family’s Living Situation
At the time of Harmony’s death, the Montgomery family was facing housing instability. They had been evicted from their home on November 27, 2019, and were living out of their car, a Chrysler Sebring. This unstable living situation likely contributed to the tragic events that unfolded.
No Medical Care or Assistance
After the fatal incident, instead of seeking medical care for Harmony, the Montgomerys drove back to Colonial Village, where they had been staying in their car. Kayla and Adam then allegedly consumed drugs they obtained from a friend at the apartment complex. During this time, no one checked on Harmony or sought medical assistance for her, leaving her to suffer alone.
The Disturbing Journey
Over the following months, the Montgomery family moved from place to place, taking Harmony’s body with them. They stayed with Kayla’s mother, Christina Lubin, and later moved to a Families in Transition apartment. Throughout this time, Harmony’s body was carried in various containers, including a red cooler and a plastic storage bin. Kayla testified that she was told by Adam to put a trash bag around the container to prevent leakage.
Deception and False Information
The court document reveals the extent of the deception and false information provided by the Montgomerys to cover up Harmony’s disappearance. They lied to others, including Kayla’s mother, stating that Harmony had gone to live with her mother, who was allegedly in rehab in Massachusetts. These lies allowed them to continue hiding the truth about Harmony’s death.
The Search for Harmony
Authorities were not aware that Harmony was missing until her mother, Crystal Sorey, reported her missing in late 2021. At that point, Harmony had already been dead for more than two years. Despite extensive searches and investigations, Harmony’s body has yet to be found, leaving her family and the community in a state of anguish.
The Legal Proceedings
Adam Montgomery has faced legal charges related to the case, including firearm offenses. Kayla Montgomery also faced charges unrelated to Harmony’s disappearance. The court document provides insights into the evidence collected, including Adam’s fingerprints found on a stained section of ceiling sheetrock, which contained Harmony’s DNA.
The Continued Investigation
The investigation into Harmony Montgomery’s death is ongoing. Detectives have obtained swabs from a U-Haul van that Adam’s friends rented, suspected to be connected to the disposal of Harmony’s body. Test results are still pending. The authorities are determined to bring justice for Harmony and uncover the full extent of the horrifying events that led to her death.
Conclusion
The court document released in the Harmony Montgomery case provides a chilling account of the events surrounding her death and the subsequent actions taken by her father and stepmother. The details of the abuse and the efforts to hide her remains are deeply disturbing. As the investigation continues, the community is left with the hope that Harmony’s body will be found, and those responsible for her death will be held accountable for their heinous actions.