In Citrus County, one family is dealing with the heartbreaking reality of domestic violence. Sometimes, victims make it out other times, they dont. In this case, tragedy struck.

As we mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Tampa Bay 28 reporter Annette Gutierrez is amplifying the voice of a family who is sharing their story in hopes of healing and spreading awareness.

On August 8, around 9 a.m., the Citrus County Sheriffs Office responded to a call about a domestic disturbance involving a gunshot.

Sadie Gochis, a mother of three, was found dead inside her home on Palmer Avenue in Homosassa.

Authorities said 37-year-old Michael McClellan had killed her with an AR-15 rifle.

"I knew there were some issues in the house, but nothing to this extent," said Trevor Knight, Sadie Gochiss broth

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