A New Hampshire man is facing charges of second-degree murder in the case of his 5-year-old daughter, Harmony Montgomery, who went missing in December 2019 but was not reported missing until nearly two years later. The accused, who has pleaded not guilty to the murder charge, is currently serving a 30-year prison sentence for an unrelated gun conviction.
Testimonies in court have revealed disturbing details about the relationship between the accused and his daughter. A friend of the accused testified that he expressed hatred towards Harmony, stating that she reminded him of her mother, whom he had issues with. The friend also mentioned an incident where the accused allegedly backhanded Harmony after witnessing her behavior towards her younger brother.
Harmony's stepmother, who is estranged from the accused, has been a key witness in the case. She testified that the accused repeatedly punched Harmony in the head on the day she went missing, allegedly due to wetting herself. The stepmother also revealed details about the events leading up to Harmony's death, including the discovery of her body and the accused's alleged attempts to hide it in various locations.
Authorities believe that Harmony's mother lost custody of her in 2018, and the accused was granted custody in 2019. The mother testified that she last saw Harmony in a FaceTime call around Easter of that year.
The defense has acknowledged that the accused is guilty of falsifying evidence and abusing a corpse but maintains his innocence in the murder of Harmony. The trial is ongoing, with the defense expected to present its case soon.
These harrowing revelations have shed light on the tragic circumstances surrounding Harmony Montgomery's disappearance and death, leaving many questions unanswered as the legal proceedings continue.
