Barry Morphew Rearrested for Murder of Wife Suzanne Morphew After Remains Found
Barry Morphew has been rearrested and indicted for the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, after her remains were discovered following a three-year search.
Overview
- Suzanne Morphew was reported missing on Mother's Day 2020, prompting a lengthy search for her remains.
- Her husband, Barry Morphew, was rearrested and indicted for first-degree murder following the discovery of her remains.
- A $3 million cash-only bond has been set for Barry Morphew, who maintains his innocence regarding the charges.
- An autopsy report ruled Suzanne's death a homicide, with evidence of drug intoxication found.
- Items including a tranquilizer gun were discovered in the Morphew home, raising further questions about the case.
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Analysis
Center-leaning sources present the Morphew case with a focus on legal proceedings and the implications of the charges. They emphasize the husband's repeated arrests and claims of innocence, reflecting a cautious approach to framing guilt. The narrative suggests a tension between public perception and legal outcomes, highlighting systemic issues.
Suzanne Morphew went missing on Mother's Day in May 2020 after going for a bike ride and never returning.
Barry Morphew has been charged and arrested for first-degree murder in the death of his wife, Suzanne Morphew.
Her remains were found over three years later during an unrelated investigation.
Her death was determined to be a homicide due to drug intoxication with unspecified means.
Barry Morphew was charged with the presumed murder of his wife in 2021, but the charges were dropped in April 2022 before the trial began, after being arrested in May 2021 on charges of murder, tampering with evidence, and attempting to influence a public servant.
Suzanne Morphew's April 2024 autopsy confirmed her death as a homicide, with drugs in her system and the cause of death left unspecified.
Suzanne Morphew's husband was rearrested on suspicion of first-degree murder in Colorado.
Barry Morphew's bond was set at $3 million, cash only.
Barry Morphew has consistently claimed innocence in the disappearance of his wife.
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"…The husband of Colorado woman Suzanne Morphew, whose remains were discovered over three years after she was reported missing on Mother's Day 2020, was arrested again Friday on a first-degree murder charge, authorities said."
ABC News·12d·"…Prosecutors believe Suzanne Morphew's remains were moved to that location at some point after her killing, and said it was unlikely that was the place where she was killed and where her body decomposed."
NBC News·12d·"…A grand jury in Colorado has returned an indictment against Barry Morphew, charging him with the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, officials announced Friday."
ABC News·12d·"…Barry Morphew was arrested again Friday on suspicion of first-degree murder, authorities said."
Associated Press·12d·"…The husband of Colorado mom Suzanne Morphew has been arrested for first-degree murder in her death more than five years ago."
CBS News·12d·FAQ
Barry Morphew was rearrested and indicted based on the discovery of Suzanne Morphew's remains, an autopsy ruling her death a homicide with evidence of drug intoxication, inconsistent statements from Barry, evidence that he was the last person to see Suzanne alive, and items such as a tranquilizer gun found at their home raising suspicion.
Suzanne Morphew was last heard from on May 9, 2020, and was reported missing on Mother's Day, May 10, 2020. Her bicycle and helmet were found near their home, but she was missing. Her remains were discovered over three years later in 2023 by Colorado Bureau of Investigation agents.
Barry Morphew made contradictory statements, referred to Suzanne’s disappearance as 'God’s will,' did not attempt to call Suzanne during his trip or upon learning she was missing, and stated 'I don’t recall' on specific details during interviews. He was also identified as the last person to see Suzanne alive.
The autopsy ruled Suzanne Morphew’s death a homicide and found evidence of drug intoxication as a contributing factor to her death.
A cash-only bond of $3 million was set for Barry Morphew following his indictment for the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew.
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