Madisson Cobb, 23, fatally shot after weeks of stalking reports. Ex-boyfriend Devon Malik, 26, charged with first-degree murder in Calgary garage.
Tragic Death Follows Months of Reported Abuse
A 23-year-old Calgary woman, Madisson Cobb, was fatally shot Saturday afternoon in a parking garage just steps from her workplace—only weeks after she detailed months of harassment in a sworn affidavit to the court. Her former partner, Devon Bradley Malik, 26, has been charged with first-degree murder.
Weekend Shooting in Calgary Parking Garage
The incident occurred around 3 p.m. on July 19 in a parking structure near Horton Road and Macleod Trail S.W. Cobb was discovered shot inside the garage, located close to her place of employment. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene.
Restraining Order Failed to Prevent Tragedy
Cobb had filed for a restraining order against Malik earlier this year, which was granted and active until June 2026. Despite this, Malik had allegedly continued to contact, stalk, and harass her. Court documents reveal he had been charged twice since May 30 for violating those conditions. The restraining order barred him from communicating with Cobb or being near her home and workplace.
Handwritten Affidavit Warned of Threats
In a handwritten affidavit submitted to the court, Cobb detailed months of fear, panic attacks, and emotional distress. She wrote that she was terrified of Malik and had been told by RCMP that he possessed a firearm that had not yet been located. “I live in fear every day,” she wrote. “I want him out of my life.”
Screenshots of Malik’s messages included in the application painted a picture of obsessive behavior, alternating between desperation and hostility.
Harassment Escalated Over Months
Cobb broke up with Malik on January 28. Since then, she reported daily unwanted messages, hospital manipulation, property damage—including slashed tires—and even a break-in at her home. At one point, Malik’s aunt expressed concern for Cobb’s safety, warning her to seek emergency protection. “He’s not mentally stable,” the message read.
Despite her efforts to disengage, Cobb continued receiving disturbing messages from Malik, including veiled threats and emotionally charged ultimatums.
Additional Accused in Ongoing Investigation
Another man, Eric Mason-Ward, 26, was also charged with criminal harassment of Cobb on June 1. Court documents allege that he repeatedly followed her from place to place. Authorities have not confirmed whether Mason-Ward has any connection to Malik, and investigations are ongoing.
Both accused individuals were previously released under conditions meant to protect Cobb—conditions that tragically failed to do so.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Devon Malik appeared before a justice of the peace Tuesday evening and was formally charged with first-degree murder. He is scheduled to return to court on Wednesday. Mason-Ward is expected in court next week on the harassment charge.
Calgary police have declined further comment as the investigation continues. Cobb’s family has not yet released a public statement.
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