Connecticut Anchor Kept Her Mom's Murder a Secret For Months

WVIT NBC Connecticut TV news anchor, Heidi Voight, has bravely revealed a heart-wrenching secret that she kept hidden for months to aid the manhunt for her mother's killer. On Tuesday, Voight took to social media to share the devastating news of her mother Claudia Voight's murder and the painful decision to remain silent about it.

The tragedy occurred on February 20, and initially, the Vermont police believed Claudia's death was due to a "medical event." However, an autopsy later uncovered that she had died from neck compression, indicating a brutal attack that the authorities deemed "targeted."

In her emotional post, Heidi Voight stated, "My mother's death was not natural, nor peaceful. My mother was murdered, violently, in the place she should have felt safest -- her own home in Windham, Vermont." She expressed the anguish of keeping the murder out of the public eye, emphasizing that their silence was necessary to protect the initial stages of the intense criminal investigation.

Voight's greatest concern was for her children, as she reflected on the difficult task of explaining such evil to innocent young minds. She mourned the fact that they would eventually learn about the murder of their beloved "Grandma CC," who now exists only in memories, photos, and stories that Voight must keep alive.

For the past 161 days, the world has moved on, but Voight and her family have been trapped in a painful time loop since February 21st. She described the emotional purgatory that comes with suppressing the urge to share her grief with the world until everyone understands the magnitude of their senseless loss.

Despite the immense pain, Voight expressed gratitude to the dedicated law enforcement professionals working on her mother's case and to NBC for granting her time off-air. She recognized the need to be present for the ongoing processes related to the investigation and to focus on her mental and physical well-being.

Vermont police have described the murder as a targeted attack but have not yet announced any suspects in the case. Police spokesman Adam Silverman assured the public that there is no specific or general threat and that the homicide appears to be specifically aimed at Mrs. Voight.

As the investigation continues, Heidi Voight remains resolute in her determination to fight for her mother and come back stronger. The world now knows the reason behind her absence from the screen, and her poignant revelation has shed light on the devastating impact of this tragic loss on her family and herself. The community stands with Heidi Voight in her pursuit of justice for her beloved mother, who should still be here today.