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Jury to Visit Scene in Former Idol's Murder Trial
17 Sep
Summary
- Jury will visit the home where Ashley Flynn was killed.
- Caleb Flynn, former American Idol contestant, faces murder charges.
- Flynn claims an intruder killed his wife; police allege he staged it.
The jury selected for the murder trial of former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn will visit the Tipp City, Ohio home where his wife, Ashley Flynn, was killed on February 16. The visit is scheduled to take place after opening statements.
Caleb Flynn, 40, stands accused of murdering his 37-year-old wife. He initially told police that an intruder entered their home and shot Ashley while their two young daughters were in an adjacent room. However, authorities arrested Flynn days later, alleging he killed Ashley and fabricated the scene.
Bodycam footage released by police showed Flynn's distress on the night of the incident. He was heard wailing and asking officers if his wife was gone. The defense team confirmed the motion for a jury view of the property was approved, citing strong reasons, though they declined to elaborate.
Flynn, who competed in the 12th season of American Idol in 2013, has pleaded not guilty to charges including murder and aggravated murder. His attorney stated they look forward to defending the case.
