Parents sue over husband's flight to Europe
A man accused of murdering his pregnant wife fled to Italy after cutting his ankle monitor. His wife's parents filed a lawsuit against him.
Why it matters
The lawsuit adds legal pressure on the accused as he faces murder charges.
Key facts
- court
- Court TV
- charge
- capital murder
- status
- pleaded not guilty
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man faces murder charges
Lee Gilley is charged with capital murder in the death of his wife, Christa Gilley.
fled to europe
Gilley cut his ankle monitor and left the country before his trial, prompting a lawsuit from his wife's parents.
Common questions
why is the family suing?
The parents are seeking compensation for their loss after the husband fled to Italy.
where is the case being tried?
The case is pending in a Houston court.
Sources
- Man accused of killing pregnant wife, fleeing to Italy sued by victim’s parents By Lauren Silver, Court TV · courttv.com
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