RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - If you didn't hear the entire show - listen to it now by clicking PLAY above this description. In this gripping and emotional episode of the WGNS Action Line, WGNS host Scott Walker talks to Michella, the courageous survivor of the 2021 Rutherford County domestic violence attack that left a woman fighting for her life. She opens up about the terrifying night when a heated argument escalated into a brutal assault at the hands of her then-husband, Rex Martin — who was later convicted of multiple violent felonies and sentenced to 15 years in prison. Speaking candidly, she recounts the fear, pain, and split-second decisions that helped her escape, call for help, and ultimately survive. Her journey didn’t end that night—she shares how she faced months of physical recovery, emotional healing, and the difficult road of leaving a dangerous relationship for good. This powerful interview offers raw truth, and perhaps hope for others in abusive situations. This interview is also a reminder that survival is only the first step toward reclaiming your life.
Join Her Journey: With the 2021 attack now in her rearview mirror—followed by the 2023 conviction of her now ex-husband and the 2025 denial of his appeal—Michella is focused on moving forward. Today, this resilient local nurse has set her sights on becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), dedicating her future to helping others who face trauma and mental health challenges. If you’d like to support her as she works toward her higher education goals, you can be part of her journey by clicking the link below.
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