A murder-suicide in a quiet North Carolina neighborhood has shaken the community after a man allegedly shot and killed his wife, posting a disturbing confession on Facebook before taking his own life.
On January 18, 2025, 63-year-old George Lesniak posted a shocking message in the Facebook group “ADAS Support,” claiming his wife, 59-year-old Cathleen Lesniak, had admitted to cheating on him. The post, which was lated deleted, read:
“My wife admitted to cheating on me so I killed her. I’m about to kill myself. Figure this group out for your selves.”
According to group members, the post went live around 6:00 p.m. Within minutes, at approximately 6:03 p.m., Fuquay-Varina Police officers were dispatched to the 800 block of Highwater Place in response to reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Cathleen Lesniak deceased from a gunshot wound. George Lesniak was also found at the scene, dead from what authorities confirmed was a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The Fuquay-Varina Police Department has assured the public that there is no ongoing threat. However, investigators are still piecing together the events leading to the tragedy. While the case appears to be a murder-suicide, officials have not yet made a formal ruling.
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or considering self-harm, help is available. Contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or reach out to local mental health professionals for support.
