Tawnia McGeehan and her daughter Addi Smith

A tragic case that began as a missing persons report has ended in heartbreak after authorities confirmed the deaths of a Utah mother and her young daughter in Las Vegas.

According to law enforcement officials, Tawnia McGeehan and her daughter Addi Smith were last seen at the New York-New York H๏τel & Casino in Las Vegas after traveling from Utah for a cheerleading compeтιтion.

The pair had reportedly come to Nevada to attend an event ᴀssociated with Utah Xtreme Cheer, but they never arrived at the scheduled compeтιтion venue.

Concern grew when the cheer coach reported that Addi had not checked in for the event.

After repeated attempts to reach the mother and daughter failed, a missing persons report was filed, prompting an investigation by Las Vegas authorities.

Police later located the two inside a H๏τel room. Investigators stated that preliminary findings indicate Tawnia McGeehan fatally sH๏τ Addi Smith before taking her own life. Officers confirmed that a note was recovered at the scene.

The contents of the note have not been publicly released, and authorities have not disclosed further details pending the ongoing investigation.

Family members have been notified of the deaths. Officials described the case as a deeply tragic incident and emphasized that detectives are continuing to review evidence to establish a complete timeline of events.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has not indicated any additional suspects and stated that there is no ongoing threat to the public.

The deaths of Tawnia McGeehan and Addi Smith have sent shockwaves through both their Utah community and the cheerleading community connected to Utah Xtreme Cheer.

Friends, teammates, and supporters have expressed grief and disbelief as they struggle to process the devastating outcome.

Authorities have not released information regarding funeral arrangements. The investigation remains open as officials finalize reports and forensic analysis.