Breaking News – Melissa Ann Seamster Killed in Powhatan County, Suspect Identified as Son Cody Travis Mulchi

 Authorities in Powhatan County, Virginia, have arrested Cody Travis Mulchi, 31, in connection with the fatal stabbing of his mother, Melissa Ann Seamster, 52, over the weekend. The tragic incident unfolded on Saturday evening at the 2000 block of Red Lane Road, prompting a swift response from deputies following reports of a domestic assault.

When law enforcement arrived, they found Seamster with severe stab wounds. Deputies immediately performed CPR, but tragically, she was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident also left a second adult male injured, who was airlifted to a nearby hospital by MedFlight and is currently listed in stable condition.

Investigators reported that after the attack, Mulchi fled to a neighboring residence, leading to a brief standoff before he was taken into custody without further incident. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and later booked into the Pamunkey Regional Jail without bond.

The Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic family incident. Authorities have urged anyone with additional information to contact the sheriff’s office as they work to fully understand the events leading to Seamster’s death.

The community has expressed shock and sorrow over the fatal domestic violence case, highlighting the critical need for awareness and support in situations of family conflict and mental health crises.

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