Arkansas Woman Stabbed 32 Times by Ex-Boyfriend

Jeana Moody grateful to be alive after attack with knife and hatchet while her 7 children were home

Mar. 21, 2026 at 2:18am

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Jeana Moody, a single mother of seven, was stabbed 32 times by her ex-boyfriend Benjamin Moody in their Arkansas home. Moody had previously served only 3 years of a 30-year sentence for stabbing another woman. Jeana says if Moody had served more time, this attack could have been prevented.

Why it matters

This case highlights concerns about repeat offenders being released on probation or short sentences, and the potential risks to public safety when violent criminals are not properly incarcerated. It also underscores the vulnerability of domestic violence victims, especially those with children in the home.

The details

Jeana Moody says she broke up with Benjamin Moody about a month ago, but they remained friends. On Sunday, Moody attacked Jeana with a knife and hatchet while all seven of her children were home. Jeana fought back and was able to get the hatchet away, but Moody still stabbed her 32 times. Jeana's sister got the children to safety and called 911. Jeana says she was "begging God not to let me die" as she laid on the floor.

  • In 2022, Benjamin Moody was given a 30-year sentence for stabbing another woman, but only served 3 years in prison.
  • The attack on Jeana Moody occurred on Sunday, March 20, 2026.

The players

Jeana Moody

A single mother of seven children who was stabbed 32 times by her ex-boyfriend in their Arkansas home.

Benjamin Moody

Jeana Moody's ex-boyfriend who was arrested for attacking her with a knife and hatchet. He had previously served only 3 years of a 30-year sentence for stabbing another woman.

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What they’re saying

“They've saved me so many times, just mentally and stuff, you know, it's just—they've been my rock. Everything I've done is for them.”

— Jeana Moody

“I laid there on there on that floor, just begging God not to let me die.”

— Jeana Moody

“If they have any past of any type of domestic violence, don't trust them.”

— Jeana Moody

What’s next

Moody's attorney has not commented on the case. The judge will determine if Moody will be allowed out on bail as the case proceeds.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the need for stronger sentencing and supervision of violent offenders to protect victims of domestic abuse, especially those with children in the home. It also highlights the long-lasting trauma and recovery challenges faced by survivors of such brutal attacks.