Adam Montgomery, the father of Harmony Montgomery, the seven-year-old girl who went missing in 2019, has been sentenced to 45 years to life in prison for her murder.
The tragic case of Harmony Montgomery, the missing seven-year-old from New Hampshire, has taken a horrifying turn with the conviction and sentencing of her father, Adam Montgomery. Harmony vanished in 2019, and her remains have yet to be found.
Court proceedings revealed a disturbing history of abuse inflicted upon Harmony by her father. On the fateful day in December 2019, when prosecutors believe Harmony died, she had soiled herself in her sleep. Adam Montgomery allegedly beat her over the head so viciously that he later told his wife, "I think I really hurt her this time."
After an investigation and trial, Adam Montgomery was convicted of second-degree murder, tampering with witnesses, falsifying physical evidence, abuse of a corpse, and second-degree assault. On Thursday, a judge sentenced him to 45 years to life in prison for the murder charge, with additional sentences for the other convictions.
Prosecutors presented evidence suggesting that Adam Montgomery's actions after Harmony's death were equally heartless. After realizing that his daughter was dead, he allegedly stuffed her into a duffle bag and hid her body. Over the following weeks, he repeatedly moved her remains before ultimately chopping them up and disposing of them outside Boston.
The sentencing brought a sense of closure to the community that had been deeply affected by Harmony's disappearance. However, the details of her abuse and the cruel treatment of her remains have left an enduring mark.
Harmony's mother, Crystal Sorey, expressed her profound grief and anger in a statement after the sentencing. "I am beyond heartbroken," she said. "My precious Harmony deserved a life filled with love and happiness, but it was tragically cut short by the actions of a monster."
Despite the conviction and sentencing, the investigation into Harmony's disappearance and death continues. Authorities are determined to find her remains and bring closure to her family. The case has also highlighted the importance of protecting children from abuse and neglect.
The case of Harmony Montgomery is a sobering reminder of the horrors that can occur behind closed doors. It is a call to action for communities to remain vigilant in reporting suspected abuse and for authorities to act swiftly to protect vulnerable children.
