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Idol Singer's Murder Trial Set Amid Gag Order Battle
30 Mar
Summary
- Trial for Caleb Flynn in wife's death begins April 28.
- Defense seeks gag order; hearing set for April 6.
- Flynn, formerly on 'American Idol,' pleads not guilty.
A trial date has been set for Caleb Flynn, an "American Idol" contestant, in connection with the death of his wife, Ashley Flynn. Judge Jeannine N. Pratt scheduled the trial to commence on April 28. Flynn has pleaded not guilty to charges including murder and tampering with evidence. He is currently held on a $3.5 million bond.
During a Monday pretrial hearing, defense attorney Paul Watkins indicated no intention to waive his client's right to a speedy trial. Investigators allege Flynn staged a burglary to cover up his wife's death, which occurred on February 16. He faces charges of murder, felonious assault, and tampering with evidence.
Separately, the court is addressing a defense request for a gag order. A hearing on this proposed non-dissemination order is scheduled for April 6, alongside a status conference. The judge urged attorneys to refrain from discussing the case publicly until then. The defendant's past appearance on "American Idol" has increased public interest.
Ashley Flynn is remembered as a dedicated mother of two daughters, a substitute teacher, and a volleyball coach. The proceedings continue with the upcoming April 6 conference and the scheduled April 28 trial start.
