A MUM-OF-TWO was allegedly beaten to death with a hammer by her partner in front of their kids before he fled to a reservoir and took his own life.
Zoe Marie Dixon, 35, died in hospital nearly a week after the alleged late night attack by her partner Nathan Thomas, 39.
Zoe Marie Dixon was allegedly beaten with a hammer Credit: Facebook
Zoe’s partner reportedly fled the scene after the attack Credit: Facebook
Thomas fled the semi-detached home in Merthyr Tydfil, , after the reported assault and was later found dead at Ponsticill Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons.
The alarm was raised by the couple’s two children, 16 and 10, after Thomas left the scene.
Zoe was rushed to University Hospital of where there were reportedly signs that she would recover.
Tragically, she succumbed to her injuries last Monday – six days after the attack.
Zoe was hospitalised but died six days later despite the best efforts of medics Credit: Facebook
The mum-of-two’s partner was found dead at a reservoir on the night of the alleged attack Credit: Facebook
Zoe’s death left both children orphaned with a fundraiser now set up to help relatives care for them.
Thomas and Zoe had been together since they were teens but were understood to have been in the process of splitting up when the fatal assault occurred.
The case is now being and has been reported to the Glamorgan Coroner, who is due to open inquests this week.
The brutal attack is being probed as a “domestic situation” and cops say they are not searching for anyone else in connection with the incident.
A family friend told The Daily Mail : “It’s the most dreadful scenario and everyone is thinking about the youngsters who lost their mam and dad in a moment of madness.
“They are part of a loving family who will do their best to bring them up but it’s going to be hard for them at those ages.”
Zoe has been described on the page set up for her children as the most “straight-talking, funniest, strongest woman.”
The full tribute to Zoe reads: “As most are aware the beautiful lovely Zoe lost her fight this week, having her life taken from her at the hands of someone else.
“Please be mindful and respectful of the circumstances especially in regards to the children.
“This awful and sudden turn of events has resulted in Zoe’s two children, mother and brother losing a massive part of their close- knit family.
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“I’m hoping by creating this page It can at least release some financial burden on the family at least for the two amazing children who have lost the biggest most important person ever to them, during a big time in both their lives.
“Zoe was the most straight talking, funniest, strongest woman but more than anything was an amazing Mother who did everything for her children as we all would, it’s not her fault she isn’t still here for them.
“I know there’s so many people expressing love and respect to Zoe and her family, please if you could all spare even the smallest amount it would be forever appreciated.
“Many thanks in advance to everyone.”
A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: “The investigation into the serious assault of a 35-year-old woman in Penydarren, Merthyr Tydfil continues and is now being treated as a homicide by South Wales Police.
“Shortly before midnight on Monday, 15th June emergency services were called to an address in Rocky Road whereby a 35-year-old woman was conveyed to the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff for treatment following an assault.
“Subsequently in the early hours of Tuesday 16th June a 39-year-old man was found deceased at Pontsticill Reservoir in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park.
“On Monday June 22 it was confirmed that despite the best efforts of medical staff the female has sadly passed away.
“Next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.”
UK: For help and support, call the Samaritans for free from a UK phone, completely anonymously, on 116 123 or go to samaritans.org.
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