Texas Man Charged for Beating Wife to Death with Iron
Texas Man Charged with Murder After Allegedly Beating Wife to Death with Clothing Iron
Chance Zane Chavez, a 34-year-old Texas man, has been charged with murder after allegedly beating his wife, 32-year-old Kristen Chavez, to death with a clothing iron.
Police Discover Bloodied Suspect at Crime Scene
According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to a “suspicious event” call at a home on March 12 around 7:20 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Chance Chavez standing in the doorway with his hands raised. Officers noted that he had blood on his arms, legs, and clothing.
After securing Chavez in a police car, officers searched the home, where they discovered Kristen unresponsive in a bedroom. She had suffered severe blunt force trauma and was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Murder Charge and Legal Proceedings
Chavez was immediately taken into custody and booked into the Harris County Jail. On March 13, he was formally charged with his wife’s murder. Kristen’s mother, Laura Bell, expressed her heartbreak, stating that her daughter had remained in the relationship “hoping things would change.” She also called for Chavez to be held accountable, emphasizing that she wants him to remain in jail throughout the trial.
Alleged Abuse and Prior Incidents
Reports indicate that the night before the attack, Chavez stole Kristen’s four dogs and abandoned them on a highway. As of March 16, one of the dogs was still missing.
Chavez’s bond was initially set at $250,000 but was later increased to $500,000 on March 17. His case is being closely watched as another disturbing domestic violence incident recently unfolded in Indiana, where a man, Taylor Meyer, allegedly murdered his wife on Valentine’s Day in a fit of rage.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic violence and the tragic consequences it can bring.
Texas Man Charged for Beating Wife to Death with Iron
