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Father Convicted of Stabbing Ex-Wife on Valentine's Day

3/18/2026

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Taylor James Meyer, 35, was convicted of murdering Deborah Meyer on Valentine’s Day 2025.
He stabbed Deborah 40 times and sent a photo of her body to her alleged boyfriend.
Meyer expressed remorse and said he hopes for a second chance with their three young children living with Deborah’s brother.
Prosecutor Jeremy Mull noted that many defendants express regret after accountability and Meyer faces up to 65 years.

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Taylor James Meyer, 35, was convicted of murdering Deborah Meyer on Valentine’s Day 2025.
He stabbed Deborah 40 times and sent a photo of her body to her alleged boyfriend.
Meyer expressed remorse and said he hopes for a second chance with their three young children living with Deborah’s brother.
Prosecutor Jeremy Mull noted that many defendants express regret after accountability and Meyer faces up to 65 years.