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Caleb Flynn, who was a contestant on American Idol more than a decade ago, sobbed to 911 operators during a newly released call that someone broke into his home and shot his wife before ultimately being charged with her murder on Thursday.
“My wife, she’s got two shots to her head,” the 39-year-old said during the phone call. “There’s blood everywhere.”
The Context
Flynn’s wife, 37-year-old Ashley Flynn, was found dead in their Tipp City home in Ohio on Monday.
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Police say they have charged Flynn with one count of murder, two counts of felonious assault and two counts of tampering with evidence.
What Happened to Ashley Flynn?
During his eight-minute 911 call, Flynn said the door to the garage was wide open and someone broke into his home and shot his wife.
Police officers arrived at the Flynn home at around 2:30 a.m. on Monday after the 911 call and pronounced Ashley dead at the scene.
Their children were sleeping and unharmed during the incident when police arrived.
During the investigation, Tipp City Police Chief Greg Adkins said the department gained probable cause to charge Flynn of murdering his wife, local station WLWT reported.
According to court documents, Flynn is accused of using a 9mm handgun to fatally shoot his wife.
Ashley Flynn worked as a substitute teacher for Tipp City Schools and was said to be "known for her beautiful smile, warmth, kindness, and the positive impact she had on so many—both in and out of the classroom and on the court,” the school district said in a tribute to her.
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When Did Caleb Flynn Audition for American Idol?
Caleb Flynn competed on season 12 of the reality singing competition show in 2013. During his audition, he described himself as a music pastor who was "born to sing."
“I absolutely love the Lord. I love my wife more than anything. She is very, very pretty...I love her,” Flynn said in a hometown interview segment of the show. “But, you know, I’m just a normal person who absolutely loves to sing more than anything in the world.”
What People Are Saying
The Tipp City Police Department said in a statement: "The Tipp City Police Department appreciates the community’s patience and support while this collaborative investigative team worked diligently on this complex case. We also extend our sincere appreciation to the many agencies that have assisted—and continue to assist—in this investigation involving a tragic loss of life.”
What Happens Next
Flynn made a court appearance on Friday and pleaded not guilty to all charges. His bond has been set for $2 million.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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