Los Angeles, California – A tragic murder-suicide took place in Southern California, where a 34-year-old woman was involved in a gruesome sequence of events. The incident, which spanned three different crime scenes, resulted in the death of an infant daughter who was thrown onto the freeway from a moving SUV. The woman may have exhibited signs of a manic frenzy related to the impending solar eclipse.
Leading up to the violence, an astrology influencer known as Danielle Cherakiyah Johnson, posted on social media about the eclipse as an “epitome of spiritual warfare.” Her online presence, under the moniker “Ayoka” with the handle @MysticxLipstick, warned followers about an impending event and urged them to avoid looking at the eclipse.
The disturbing chain of events began at an apartment complex in Woodland Hills, where a man was found dead from stab wounds following an argument with the woman. The woman, identified as Johnson, then fled the scene with her two children in an SUV. The vehicle was later discovered on the freeway, where the infant was found dead and the 9-year-old child sustained minor injuries.
Ultimately, Johnson’s SUV crashed into a tree in Redondo Beach, resulting in her own death. Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Carole Lieberman suggested that Johnson may have been suffering from mental health issues, such as bipolar disorder or post-partum depression, that could have been exacerbated by the eclipse.
Despite online posts alluding to an impending apocalypse and eclipse-related concerns, LAPD Lt. Guy Golan indicated that police are not considering the eclipse as a contributing factor to the tragic events. He pointed out that many individuals express similar worries online without resorting to violence.
The investigation into the murder-suicide rampage is ongoing, with authorities piecing together the events leading up to the tragic outcome. The case serves as a reminder of the complexities of mental health issues and the importance of seeking help when experiencing distress.