Woman Said She'd File Protective Order Against Husband After Nasty Christmas Fight. Then He Killed Her and Her Dad

Mar. 15, 2025

Ania Kaminski and her father, Stanislaw Wardzala.Photo:GoFundMe

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Police found the body of Kaminski’s husband near his vehicle the next day following a manhunt.

TheCBC, theCalgary HeraldandCityNews Calgaryreported that Kaminski’s husband, Benedict Kaminski, 38, is believed to have been responsible for the murders.

TheCalgary Herald,citing Ania’s brother, Peter, reported that she and Benedict had gotten in a big fight on Christmas at her parent’s home.

Peter told the paper that the fight started after the couple’s son wanted to sit next to his grandfather at the table, rather than his father.

“He kept antagonizing his kid,” Peter reportedly said. “He started to push my sister away forcefully. I almost got into a fistfight with him.”

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AGoFundMewas started to raise money for Ania’s children, as well as her mother.

“We are heartbroken to share the tragic passing of Ania Wardzala/Kaminski, a beloved mom, daughter, sister and friend,” the organizer wrote. “Ania’s dear children are now facing an unimaginable loss. In this devastating time, we seek to provide support and help these kids navigate their grief, ensuring they have the resources and care they need as they move forward without their mom.”

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source: people.com