Des Moines woman hopes daughter’s death will inspire others to leave toxic relationships

DES MOINES, Iowa — A mother is using her hurt to raise awareness about domestic violence.

Martasha McKenzie, 33, was found dead at a Des Moines apartment complex where her partner was shot and killed by police.

Her mother, Angela McKenzie, said Martasha was in a toxic relationship, and the couple often hurt each other. It was clear they weren’t meant to be, but they just couldn’t ever fully break up, she said…

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