North Texas man arrested after wife's body is found, linked to suspicious incident

2Alvarado, TX – A 26-year-old man is in custody after the discovery of his wife’s body inside their home. Brandon Ashley faces charges of murder and interference with official duty, as reported by the Alvarado Police Department.

Officers responded to a report of domestic violence at the couple’s residence on Magnolia Street last week. Upon arrival, Ashley allegedly threatened to harm himself before being arrested for a minor offense.

His wife, Chelsea Spillers, 33, posted bail for him shortly thereafter. Later, a welfare check on Spillers led to the discovery of her body, believed to be the result of blunt force trauma.

Initially labeled as a “suspicious death,” a warrant for Ashley’s arrest was issued shortly after investigators learned more about the circumstances. An extensive manhun