The Sandy community is in mourning after the tragic loss of Jenna Overson-Martinez, her mother Beth Overson, and 16-year-old Kobyn McClure, who were all victims of a fatal shooting on Sunday. The incident, described by friends as an act of domestic violence, has left the community in shock.

A Community Remembers

Dozens gathered outside a local recovery center on Monday night to honor the memory of Jenna Overson-Martinez, a 37-year-old woman known for her infectious smile and unwavering support for those she loved. Friends shared stories of her recent achievements, including a significant milestone in her personal life: reuniting with her son after overcoming years of addiction.

Shannon Boyette, a long-time friend, recalled Jenna’s excitement when she shared the news of her reunion with her son. “We were so excited for her when she messaged us and was like, ‘Guess who’s back,'” Boyette said, highlighting Jenna’s happiness at the time.

Struggles and Hopes

Megan Windress, Jenna’s sponsor, spoke about their work together in recent months, focusing on recovery steps related to toxic relationships and narcissism. Jenna had expressed hope that her husband, Bryan Moore, was changing for the better. “She wanted that family life and to have him be there with her and her boys,” Windress shared.

However, the tragic events unfolded with Moore as the suspect, now facing three counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted aggravated murder. Sandy Police Sgt. Garrett Thornton was also wounded during a shootout with Moore.

Calls for Change

As the community grieves, there is a growing call for meaningful change to support domestic violence survivors. Shannon Boyette emphasized the challenges victims face in seeking help, stating, “The idea of getting restraining orders and no-contact orders and all that stuff, it’s not that easy.” She hopes Jenna’s death will lead to a system that better hears and supports victims.

Original reporting: KGW Portland — read the source article.