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Tragic Drowning Sparks Misconceptions About Vodou and Hoodoo

8/12/2025

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In a tragic turn of events, 19-year-old Wiccan Katelyn Anne Restin drowned in 2020 while claiming to have summoned Papa Legba to hex her ex-girlfriend. This incident ignited harmful misconceptions about Vodou, a faith rooted in respect and inclusivity, highlighting the stark differences between it and Hoodoo, which focuses on hexing. Misunderstandings about these spiritual traditions continue to linger.

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Story summary

In a tragic turn of events, 19-year-old Wiccan Katelyn Anne Restin drowned in 2020 while claiming to have summoned Papa Legba to hex her ex-girlfriend. This incident ignited harmful misconceptions about Vodou, a faith rooted in respect and inclusivity, highlighting the stark differences between it and Hoodoo, which focuses on hexing. Misunderstandings about these spiritual traditions continue to linger.