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Dallas woman stabbed in the head, body stuffed in master bedroom freezer, affidavit says
By Shaun Rabb at FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
An arrest warrant affidavit reveals a history of domestic violence between Kendrick Brown and Maria Murray, whose body was found with multiple stab wounds inside a freezer at an abandoned East Oak Cliff home in Dallas.
Why this matters in Denton News
The discovery of Maria Murray's body in an abandoned East Oak Cliff home in Dallas is a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence. For Denton residents, this tragedy hits close to home, given the city's proximity to Dallas and the potential for similar incidents to occur locally. The fact that Murray's body was found with multiple stab wounds and stuffed in a freezer suggests a level of brutality that is alarming. As the community grapples with the details of this case, it is crucial to recognize the warning signs of domestic violence and to support local resources that provide aid to victims. In Denton, organizations that offer assistance to those affected by domestic violence will likely be watching this case closely, and residents can take this opportunity to learn more about the services available to help prevent such tragedies from occurring in their own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? An arrest warrant affidavit reveals a history of domestic violence between Kendrick Brown and Maria Murray, whose body was found with multiple stab wounds inside a freezer at an abandoned East Oak Cliff home in Dallas.
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