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Father of 4 children found dead was days from seeing them following visitation battle
By Minyvonne Burke | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
A Utah father was days away from seeing his four children — the culmination of a years-long visitation battle — when he learned they had been killed in a heinous crime their grandmother is accused of committing.
Brady Harmon said he was scheduled to pick up his children on Wednesday and return...
Key takeaway The children’s mother, Sarah Myers, 44, and their maternal grandmother, Amy Steadman, 64, were also found dead, Mechanicville police said.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
For Trophy Club residents, this tragic story from New York serves as a stark reminder of the complexities and potential dangers of custody battles and visitation disputes. The fact that the father was days away from being reunited with his children, only to have them taken from him in such a heinous manner, is a devastating reminder of the high stakes involved in these cases. As a community that values family and the well-being of its children, Trophy Club must consider the support systems in place for families navigating these difficult situations. The local courts and family service organizations play a critical role in ensuring that custody agreements are fair and safe for all parties involved. This case highlights the need for continued vigilance and support for families in our own community who may be struggling with similar issues.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A Utah father was days away from seeing his four children — the culmination of a years-long visitation battle — when he learned they had been killed in a heinous crime their grandmother is accused of committing.
Brady Harmon said he was scheduled to pick up his children on Wednesday and return...
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