Her Abusive Husband Broke Her Collarbone And The Day After She Got Out Of The Hospital He Killed Her In Cold Blood
Placerville, California. Heather Orr Gumina lost her life on July 16th, 2019, after authorities said her abusive husband killed her in cold blood.
Heather’s loved ones described her as a devoted mom, a great friend, and just an awesome person.
Heather was married to her husband Anthony Gumina, and there sadly was a history of abuse in Heather’s relationship with him.
Anthony hurt her on several occasions before he ultimately took her life. On January 21st of 2019, Anthony tackled her onto the ground.
She was able to put herself and her 4-year-old son inside of a locked bathroom for safety, but Anthony kicked the door down and got to her.
Heather called 911, and Anthony was arrested. Although he was charged with felony domestic violence, he was “released from custody over the People’s objection.”
The next month, Heather and Anthony got married. Heather shared photos of their ceremony, and a photo of their wedding rings.
5 months after they tied the knot, Anthony seriously injured Heather while his case for domestic violence against her was pending.
Facebook; pictured above is Heather
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July 15th, 2019. Anthony broke Heather’s collarbone, and Heather rushed straight to the hospital without calling 911.
As she sat there getting treated, she texted her mom some frightening things. She explained that Anthony strangled her several times and had “tried to kill her.” She nearly passed out.
That evening, Heather was sent home from the hospital after having her arm put in a sling. She went to the house she shared with Anthony.
The next day, Heather’s mom witnessed Heather and Anthony get into a disagreement over how Heather’s injury would possibly affect Anthony’s pending domestic violence case.
Facebook; pictured above is Heather with Anthony
As soon as Heather’s mom left their house, Anthony took Heather’s life. The El Dorado County District Attorney said he killed Heather in “cold blood.”
Then, Anthony picked up his phone and dialed Heather’s mom’s phone number. In an attempt to sweep his terrible crime under the rug, he explained to Heather’s mom over the phone that she had run away.
Heather’s family, the authorities, and people in the community frantically searched for her, hoping to find where she had gone.
She was discovered after 7 weeks and 3 days. Anthony had buried her in the dirt on a nearby piece of property not far from the house they lived in together.
“She was wrapped in carpet with a noose around her neck. She was still wearing her hospital ID bracelet, smock, and sling,” the El Dorado County District Attorney said in a statement.
Anthony did end up pleading guilty to murdering Heather, in addition to 2 counts of domestic violence against her.
“Gumina gave a statement in open court admitting he “slammed her down onto the floor” and used his forearm to hold “Heather’s right arm over her head by pressing down on her throat and arm at the same time,” not moving until she stopped breathing.”
“He admitted he then put a rope around her neck to help move her out of the house. In true abuser fashion, Gumina blamed Heather for hurting his pride and honor.”
On September 3rd, Anthony will be sentenced to 30 years to life.
If you are going through domestic violence, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.7233.
El Dorado County District Attorney; pictured above is a statement on Heather’s case and Anthony’s sentencing
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