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Wife's alleged affair sparks fatal car attack
25 Jul
Summary
- Man faces murder charges after allegedly running down wife's lover.
- Victim died after being taken off life support in hospital.
- Suspect claims he acted in self-defense during confrontation.
Johnny Hartwell, a 32-year-old resident, has been charged with two counts of murder following the death of Curtis Crittenden Sr., 43. The incident occurred when Hartwell allegedly drove his vehicle into Crittenden, whom Hartwell suspected of an affair with his wife. Crittenden was taken to the hospital in critical condition and later died after being removed from life support.
Hartwell was initially charged with assault but later faced upgraded murder charges. He has pleaded not guilty, with his defense attorney stating he cooperated with authorities and is unlikely to flee. Bail was set at $500,000, with Hartwell receiving credit for prior bail posted. The victim, Crittenden, was remembered as a kind soul and devoted father of two.
